10 Questions
What is the responsibility of the test developer in the validation of a test?
Supplying validity evidence in the test manual
When might a test user need to conduct their own local validation study?
To change the format or content of the test
Why might local validation studies not be conducted even if they are desirable?
High cost and professional time required
In what scenario would a local validation study be necessary?
If seeking to transform a test into a different language
What information can local validation studies provide to test users?
Insights regarding specific populations of testtakers
How is content validity defined in the text?
Validity based on evaluation of subjects, topics, or content covered by test items
How is construct validity compared to other types of validity?
It is the umbrella under which all other validities fall
What criticism did Messick (1995) have about the trinitarian approach to validity?
It was considered too incomplete and fragmented
In the context of test validation strategies, what does 'unitary view of validity' refer to?
A view that condenses all elements of validity into a unified perspective
How do the three types of validity evidence contribute to the assessment of a test's validity?
They each contribute evidence that helps form a unified view of test validity
Learn about the process of test validation and the roles of the test developer and user. Understand the responsibility of the test developer in providing validity evidence in the test manual. Consider recommendations for test users in local validation studies.
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