lesson 6

Question 1

The degree by which the ‘instrument measures what intends to measure’

Answer 1

Validity

Question 2

These methods ‘deal with basic levels of knowledge’ about the variable and look at an instruments apparent value

Answer 2

Self evident measures

Question 3

‘Refers to whether the instrument looks’ as though it is measuring ghe appropriate construct

Answer 3

Face validity

Question 4

The ‘lowest level of validation’ and is used only when you are beginning to study a particular variable

Answer 4

Face validity

Question 5

The degree to which an instrument has an appropriate sample of items for the construct being measured and ADEQUATELY COVERS THE CONSTRUCT DOMAIN

Answer 5

content validity

Question 6

They are asked to judge whether or not, ‘on the face of it’, your work appears to be sound

The group of people that you believe are knowledgeable

Answer 6

Panel of Experts / Subject Matter Experts