Statistical methods for validation of assessment scale data in counseling and related fields / Dimiter M. Dimitrov.
| Author/creator | Dimitrov, Dimiter M. author. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication | Alexandria, VA : American Counseling Association, [2012] |
| Copyright Date | copyright 2012 |
| Description | 1 online resource (xi, 259 pages) : illustrations |
| Supplemental Content | https://go.openathens.net/redirector/ecu.edu?url=http://www.aspresolver.com/aspresolver.asp?CTV4;3406806 |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Variables and measurement scales -- Reliability -- Validity -- Steps in instrument development -- Exploratory factor analysis -- Confirmatory factor analysis -- CFA-based models of multitrait-multimethod data -- Conventional scale analysis -- Rasch-based scale analysis. |
| Abstract | This instructive book presents statistical methods and procedures for the validation of assessment scale data used in counseling, psychology, education, and related fields. In Part I, measurement scales, reliability, and the unified construct-based model of validity are discussed, along with key steps in instrument development. Part II describes factor analyses in construct validation, including exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and models of multitrait-multimethod data analysis. Traditional and Rasch-based analyses of binary and rating scales are examined in Part III. Dr. Dimitrov offers students, researchers, and clinicians step-by-step guidance on contemporary methodological principles, statistical methods, and psychometric procedures that are useful in the development or validation of assessment scale data. Numerous examples, tables, and figures provided throughout the text illustrate the underlying principles of measurement in a clear and concise manner for practical application. |
| General note | Title from resource description page (viewed October 05, 2017). |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 219-248) and index. |
| Language | In English. |
| Issued in other form | Original version: 9781556202957 |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |