May 1, 2024
Updated May 10, 2025
19 minute read
At its core, validity speaks to the truthfulness or accuracy of an inference, a measurement, or a conclusion. In simpler terms, it's about whether we are truly measuring what we intend to measure, or if our findings genuinely reflect the reality we are trying to understand. This concept is a cornerstone in many fields, ensuring that research findings are sound, tests are fair and accurate, and decisions are based on correct information. Understanding validity is not just an academic exercise; it has profound implications for how we interpret information and the actions we take based on that interpretation.
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Validity.
Provides a comprehensive overview of validity in assessment. It is written by one of the leading experts in this field and must-read for anyone who wants to understand how to assess the quality of assessments.
Provides a comprehensive overview of validity argumentation in educational assessment. It is written by one of the leading experts in this field and must-read for anyone who wants to understand how to build a valid argument for the use of an assessment.
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