reliability Flashcards
1
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reliability
A
how consistent the findings from an investigation or measuring device are
2
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test-retest
A
a method of measuring reliability by assessing the same person on two separate occasions
3
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inter-rater reliability
A
the extent to which there is agreement between two or more observers
4
Q
how can the reliability of questionnaires be increased?
A
closed questions
5
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how can the reliability of interviews be increased?
A
using the same trained interviewer, using structured interviews with less leading or ambiguous questions
6
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how can the reliability of experiments be increased?
A
strict control of variables and conditions- allows for precise replication
7
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how can the reliability of observations be increased?
A
proper operationalisation of behavioural categories
