Focus on psychometrics. Estimating construct validity.
The meaning of construct validity and techniques for its estimation are discussed. Of particular interest is the appropriate role of factor analysis (and related techniques) in construct validation efforts. A comprehensive view of construct validity is encouraged, as well as a cautious interpretation of the construct validity evidence available for many existing instruments.
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Division of Educational Psychology and Special Education, School of Education, University of Colorado, Denver 80217-3364.
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D005163:Factor Analysis, Statistical; D006801:Humans; D015399:Nursing Research / Q000592:standards*; D011594:Psychometrics; D015203:Reproducibility of Results