reference entryThe Encyclopedia of Political ScienceJan 1, 2011Closed access

Reliability and Validity Assessment

GTGeorge ThomasKurian
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Abstract

Explains how social scientists can evaluate the reliability and validity of empirical measurements, discussing the three basic types of validity: criterion related, content, and construct. In addition, the paper shows how reliability is assessed by the retest method, alternative-forms procedure, split-halves approach, and internal consistency method.

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  • Reliability engineering
  • Reliability (semiconductor)
  • Psychology
  • Computer science
  • Environmental science
  • Engineering
  • Physics
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Reduced inequalities
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