reliability Flashcards
1
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what is reliability
A
the extent to which a method of measurement or test produces consistent findings
it should produce consistent results every time it is used
2
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what are the 2 types of reliability
A
internal (within a test)
external (reliability over time)
inter-rater observer reliability
3
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what is inter-rater observer reliability
A
two people watching the same event should record the same behaviour
4
Q
what are the ways of testing reliability
A
test- retest
inter crater observer reliability
5
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what is test retest
A
administering the same test or questionnaire to the same person on different occasions
if it is reliable then the results should be the same
