Concurrent validity
Concurrent Validity
Concurrent validity is a type of validity that measures how well a new test compares to an already well-established test. It is often used in psychology, education, and other social and behavioral sciences.
Pronunciation
/kənˈkʌrənt vəˈlɪdɪti/
Etymology
The term "concurrent validity" is derived from the Latin words "concurrere", meaning "to run together", and "validus", meaning "strong". It refers to the strength of the correlation between the results of two tests taken at the same time.
Definition
Concurrent validity is a type of validity that assesses the degree to which the scores or results of a new test correspond to the scores or results of a well-established test. The two tests are administered at the same time or in close proximity to each other. This type of validity is important in the development and evaluation of psychological and educational tests, as it helps to ensure that the new test is measuring what it is intended to measure.
Related Terms
- Predictive Validity: This is another type of criterion-related validity that measures how well the results of a test predict future behavior or performance.
- Construct Validity: This type of validity measures how well a test measures the construct that it was designed to measure.
- Criterion-Related Validity: This is a broader category of validity that includes both concurrent and predictive validity. It measures how well a test correlates with a specific criterion or set of criteria.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Concurrent validity
- Wikipedia's article - Concurrent validity
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