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Validity |
Whether a psychological test experiment observation produces a legitimate result. Also refers to whether results can be generalised |
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Internal validity |
Whether effects observed are due to the manipulation of the independent variable |
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External validity- ecological validity |
Generalising findings from one setting to another. Just because it is in a lab doesnt mean it lacks ecological validity...only if task lacks mundane realism |
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Temporal validity |
Do findings hold true over time. |
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Assessment of validity |
Face validity- on the face of it does it measure what it is supposed to...can fo this just by looking at something Concurrent validity- this is where results are similar to that of a recognised well established test..eg..IQ |
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Improving validity of experimental research |
-Use control groups...can see if dependent variable is changing because of independent variable - single blind and double blind procedures...reduce demand characteristics |
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Improving validity of questionnaires |
Assure results are anonymous and put a lie scale in to stop social desirability bias |
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Improving validity of observations |
Covert observations so dont know being watched....behavioural categories are not too broad |
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Improving validity of qualitative methods |
Case studies and interviews. Use direct quotes. Use triangulation use lots of sources |
