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Area of Science:

  • Psychometrics
  • Educational Measurement
  • Psychological Testing

Background:

  • Response processes as a source of validity evidence were formally introduced in the latest 'Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing'.
  • This paper explores the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of response process validity evidence.
  • It examines the relationship between response process evidence and other established sources of validity evidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the theory and methods for obtaining validity evidence based on response processes.
  • To provide arguments for the critical importance of response process evidence in test validation.
  • To illustrate how validation studies can be conducted to gather this specific type of evidence.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
  • Theoretical proposals regarding response process validity were developed.
  • Practical guidelines for validation studies were formulated.

Main Results:

  • The study identifies conditions under which response process validity evidence is essential for appropriate test use.
  • Examples are provided for conducting validation studies focused on response processes.
  • Arguments are presented for the critical role of response processes in supporting test validity.

Conclusions:

  • Methods for obtaining validity evidence based on response processes are available.
  • The cognitive interview method is highlighted for its utility in validation studies.
  • Future research should focus on integrating qualitative and quantitative data for robust validity arguments.