Discuss the Theoretical Movement from Considering Validity as Being Three

question 29

Essay

Discuss the theoretical movement from considering validity as being three distinct types to considering it as a comprehensive whole.  What are the advantages and disadvantages of each viewpoint?

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Definitions:

Criticizes

The act of expressing disapproval or finding faults in something or someone, often with the intention of suggesting possible improvements.

Factor Analysis

A statistical method used to identify underlying variables, or factors, that explain the pattern of correlations among multiple observed measures.

Empirically Derived Testing

A method of creating assessment tools based on data collected from experiments or observations, as opposed to theory-based methods.

Projective Testing

A psychological assessment tool that uses ambiguous stimuli to elicit responses that reveal aspects of an individual’s personality.