Chapter 4-reliability

Question 0

What contribution did Edward Thorndike make to reliability theory?

Answer 0

He reviewed Charles Spearman’s work in a monumental book called, “An Introduction to the Theory of Mental and Social Measurements

Question 1

Who is Charles Spearman?

Answer 1

Spearman is a major pioneer in reliability theory.

Question 2

What are the three different ways in which reliability for tests is typically estimated?

Answer 2

1. Test-retest method A.K.A. “Time Sampling”
2. Parallel forms method
3. Internal consistency

Question 3

What is Time-Sampling?

Answer 3

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