Standardized testing validity is central to educational research methods because test scores often influence admissions, instructional decisions, and policy. Yet a test can be consistent without accurately measuring the knowledge, skills, or abilities it claims to assess.
Evaluating validity requires examining evidence from test content, response processes, internal structure, and relationships with external measures. It also involves considering fairness, context, and the consequences of interpreting scores for different student populations.
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