Face validity assesses whether a test appears to measure intended concept. It's a simple first step to overall test validity. Good face validity means reviewers agree measure appears relevant
Construct is a theoretical concept based on empirical observations. Constructs like self-esteem and social anxiety can't be directly measured. Constructs can range from simple (hand preference) to complex (social anxiety)
Convergent validity measures test's relationship with similar constructs. Constructs are behaviors, attitudes, or concepts not directly observable. Ideally, tests measuring same construct should have moderate to high correlation
Construct validity assesses how well indicators represent unmeasurable concepts. It is the overarching concern of validity research, encompassing all other types. Construct validity is crucial for the overall validity of tests
Shows correlation between tests measuring same construct. High convergent validity requires strong positive correlation between tests. Example: French vocabulary test shows similar scores across different tests
Face validity assesses whether a test appears to measure what it claims to measure. It's subjective and based on common-sense judgment by non-experts. Examples include questions about ACEs and social drivers of health. Face validity is informal and quick to assess