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Correlation Coefficient
A statistical measure that quantifies the degree to which two variables vary together; it ranges from -1 to 1, indicating the strength and direction of the relationship.
Scale
A system of ordered marks at fixed intervals used as a reference standard in measurement; in research, it often refers to a set of numbers or descriptors that rate or categorize variables.
Construct Validity
Establishing the extent to which a test accurately represents the concept it's intended to measure, ensuring the theoretical construct is accurately operationalized.
Content Analyses
A research method used for systematically analyzing the content of communication, such as texts, images, and media, by categorizing and assessing various aspects of the content.