ERIC Number: EJ470714
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1993
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Construct Validity of Dimensions of Adaptive Behavior: A Multitrait-Multimethod Evaluation.
Widaman, Keith F.; And Others
American Journal on Mental Retardation, v98 n2 p219-34 Sep 1993
Measures of 4traits (cognitive competence, social competence, social maladaption, and personal maladaption) were obtained on 157 persons with mental retardation, using 3 measurements: standardized assessment instrument, day shift staff ratings, and evening shift staff ratings. The multitrait-multimethod matrix procedure demonstrated strong convergent validity, clear discriminant validity, and only moderate levels of method variance. (Author/JDD)
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Behavior Rating Scales, Cognitive Ability, Construct Validity, Evaluation Methods, Institutionalized Persons, Interpersonal Competence, Mental Retardation, Multitrait Multimethod Techniques, Social Adjustment, Social Behavior, Standardized Tests, Test Validity
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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