Validity and reliability in quantitative studies
alternate-form reliability testing. Test–retest reliability is assessed when an instrument is given to the same participants more than once under similar circumstances. A statistical comparison is made between participant’s test scores for each of the times they have completed it. This provides an indication of the reliability of the instru ...
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