Evidence for the internal consistency-reliability and construct validity of scores on the 6 dimensions of the Dimensions of Self-Concept Scale was provided through results from 107 registered nurses. Confirmatory maximum likelihood factor analyses indicated that a six-factor oblique model accounted for the greatest proportion of the covariance.…

Developed an instrument to measure the aerobic exercise equipment preference of a frail older population and applied many-facet Rasch analysis to study construct validity and equipment preferences. Results for 16 participants show the usefulness of many-facet Rasch analysis in guiding instrument revision. (SLD)

Mathematics curriculum-based measurement (M-CBM) is one tool that has been developed for formative evaluation in mathematics. This study examines what constructs M-CBM actually measures in the context of a range of other mathematics measures. Results indicated that a two-factor model of mathematics where Computation and Applications were distinct…

Reports on the results of research conducted by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) on the construct validity of the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and Oral Interview procedure. A discussion of the results and suggestions for further research are included. (Author/VWL)

Presents initial data from 725 college and university students on the construct validity of the Learning Environmental Preferences (LEP) instrument. Findings suggest that the LEP accurately measures the cognitive portion of the Perry scheme of intellectual development. (Author/TE)

Explores alternative empirical foundations of verbal and performance dichotomous constructs of Wechsler Intelligence Scales. Argues that Macmann and Barnett's position on the value of these constructs are based upon narrow interpretations of investigative results. Supports contention with IQ data from investigations of diverse populations. (CRR)

Six hierarchical clustering methods were applied to subtest intercorrelations for each of the nine age groups in the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Revised (WAIS-R) standardization sample. Results point to the possibility of three simultaneously plausible solutions as they support each of the traditional factor structures in varying degrees.…

Many variations of psychosocial rehabilitation programs and their unclear relationship to the psychosocial rehabilitation construct have increased the probability of threats to construct validity of putative causes, resulting in potential confounding in investigator interpretation. As a minimum, comprehensive and concise operational definitions of…

Results of completion of the Career Beliefs Inventory (CBI), NEO Personality Inventory, Self-Directed Search, Vocational Identity scale, and Preconscious Activity scale verified the construct validity of the CBI. CBI scales appeared to measure variance not assessed by the other instruments. (SK)

Construct validity of the Occupational Aptitude Patterns Map was supported in an experiment in which positions held by young adults in the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth were classified and characteristics compared to job aptitude theories. The map differentiates jobs on the basis of their cognitive ability requirements. (SK)

The 10-item Team Player Inventory assesses the degree to which individuals are positively predisposed toward organizational team-working environments. Discusses how this inventory will assist researchers in testing theoretical models of team effectiveness and practitioners in determining the degree to which specific individuals will react…

Specific psychological, behavioral, and cognitive characteristics known to be related to clinical eating disorders were examined in two studies undertaken to explore whether these characteristics vary by eating-disorder-continuum placement. Results of these two studies support the construct validity of the eating-disorder continuum. Implications…

Holland's theory provides a means of describing both people and environments. He has developed techniques for assessing and classifying different vocational instruments. His newest measure, the Position Classification Inventory, should stimulate new research in vocational psychology. (49 references) (Author/SK)

Describes the development of an instrument designed to measure abuse characteristics and severity. The first study surveys professionals to determine rankings for abuse severity; the second examines interrater reliability; and the third study evaluates construct validity. Findings suggest that the instrument's scales can be reliably coded from…

Reviews literature supporting the validity of the career search self-efficacy construct. Describes potential sources of career search self-efficacy and discusses future research directions. (SK)