Psychology-reliability and validity matrix 253

For each of the tests of reliability and validity listed on the matrix, prepare a 50- to 100-word description of the test’s application. Describe what conditions these reliability types would be used for as well as when they would be inappropriate. Then, for each test, prepare a 50- to 100-word description of the strengths and a 50- to 100-word description of the weaknesses.

Test of reliability

Application and appropriateness

Advantages

Disadvantages

Internal consistency

Split-half

Test or retest

Parallel and alternate forms

Test of validity

Application and appropriateness

Strengths

Weaknesses

Face validity

Content validity

Criterion related

Construct