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1
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What is reliability

A

Consistency of measurements

2
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How is reliability of observations assessed

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With inter-observer where the reliability should be greater than 80

3
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How can observation reliability be improved

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it is improved by better operationalisation of behavioural categories by training observers

4
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How is the reliability of self-report assessed

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With test retest: repeat test with same participants over short interval of a few weeks

5
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How is self-report reliability improved

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By reducing ambiguity in questions

6
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How is the reliability and experiments assessed

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May relate to how the DVD is measured e.g. using observations or Self Report

7
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How can an experiment reliability be improved

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Using standardisation of procedures in order to be able to repeat method with all participants