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A Consideration of the Validity and Reliability of Suicide Mortality Data.

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O'Carroll, Patrick W. – Suicide and Life-Threatening Behavior, 1989

Briefly outlines problems associated with definition and official certification of suicide and reviews literature pertaining to validity and reliability of suicide statistics. Considers process of suicide certification as a test, estimating its sensitivity, specificity, and predictive value, using data from studies reviewed. (NB)

Descriptors: Attrition (Research Studies), Death, Evaluation Problems, Reliability

Current Problems in Assessment--Some Reflections.

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Buckle, C. F.; Riding, R. J. – Educational Psychology: An International Journal of Experimental Educational Psychology, 1988

Focuses upon three current issues in educational evaluation. Looks at the limitations of examinations and the interpretation of results in considering reliability and validity. Discusses grading and context of learning relative to formative and summative assessment. Deals with cultural background when exploring uniformity of testing versus…

Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Problems