In Addition to Being Reliable and Valid, Any Test Should

question 28

Essay

In addition to being reliable and valid, any test should also be unbiased-that is, equally fair for all groups. A biased test overstates or understates the true performance of one or more groups. Stereotype threat is one type of influence that may bias a test. Define stereotype threat and describe the findings from Claude Steele's classic study on stereotype threat.

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Definitions:

Prejudices

Preconceived opinions or attitudes held about individuals or groups without full knowledge or experience, often leading to unfair treatment.

Out-Group

A social group made up of individuals specifically identified by the in-group as not belonging.

Social Group

A collection of individuals who interact with each other and share similar characteristics and a sense of unity.

Discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, often based on race, age, sex, or disability.