1. What is external validity? a. External validity is the extent to which findings may be generalized. (Page 292) 2. Why should a researcher be concerned about generalizing to other populations? a. Researchers should be concerned about generalizing to other populations‚ because if their research is not generalizable then their findings will be limited to only one population and will not have a far-reaching effect. (Page 292) 3. How can the fact that most studies are conducted with college students
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Reliability and Validity of the Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale Texas A&M University Psychology 203 Introduction The purpose of our study was to evaluate the reliability and validity of the Rosenber Self-Esteem scale scores. Reliability is simply whether the measurement tool you are using measures something consistently. For example does the same test show the same results when administered repeatedly. Validity is the aspect of a measuring tool that signifies its measuring what it says it does
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Validity means that the information that has been collected and ready to be presented should be unbiased. It also means that the information should be representative and verifiable by an outside source as if it isn’t then the validity of the data is compromised and therefore considered unpresentable. To check that the information is valid you can check the format that the information is being presented in. An example of validity within a business is when they have their accounts audited as an auditor
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My Values‚ Beliefs‚ Gestalt Systems BSHS/322 Communication Skills for the Human Service Worker My Values‚ Beliefs‚ Gestalt Systems Many influences on a person’s life privately and professional can come into play when working with clients in the human service profession. In the helping profession we need to take into account our experiences‚ cultural up-bring‚ and communities where we lived in. Just as much as those play a part‚ our clients
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will add up the score from the subset of the stress factors and treatment needs reactions. This score will determine the reason for the treatment planning and the appropriate treatment plan for the client. ASI Reliability and Validity Factors ASI reliability and validity factors generally‚ relies on the ASI reliable and precise tool that help in assessing clients needs for help with their substance abuse issues. The ASI can effectively distinguish the client’s issue range in which they are encountering
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Mat Eubanks AP Phycology Block 8 Validity of Various Intelligence Theorists Thurstone‚ Gardner‚ Guilford‚ Spearman‚ and Sternberg all had great theories about intelligence. With Thurstones statistical procedure‚ Gardners Multiple Intelligence aspects‚ Guildfords Three Dimensions‚ Spearmans Specific Mental Abilities‚ and Sternbergs three aspects of a personality. All of them have flaws or problems and can be personally reflected by myself. Thurstone opposed the general intelligence concept
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passed down or described from person to person in different ways or based on individual or cultural beliefs of those who believe the legends to be true. Each myth is used to describe a legend or a widely exaggerated story that some may question the validity of the story or specific events that occurred. Individuals that choose to believe in the myths because they have their own interpretations of those myths. Myths‚ like any story may shift or change with the world because a person’s understanding
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D2: Make justified recommendations for improving the validity of the marketing research used to contribute to the market development on a selected organisation’s marketing plans The organisation I have chosen to look at is Nike. The market research methods that they use are; street surveys‚ questionnaires and focus groups. When gathering market research‚ it is important to make sure that the data you get is valid‚ meaning it is trustworthy and reliable. By ensuring that the information is valid
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The validity of the Environmental Kuznets Curve hypothesis in relation to developing countries. The proper use of the environment has become a controversial topic in economics. In both of James Beecher’s lectures during the module‚ he outlined a critique of mainstrem economics currently governing all our policies‚ and presented several key thinkers in environmental economics. The huge potential for economic growth through the exploitation of the environment has been undeniable. Vital resources
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