Question 1

Before deciding on an instrument, you should pilot test it with a small group of representative clients or individuals.

Accepted Answer

Pilot testing with a small group of representative clients or individuals can help in identifying any potential issues with the instrument and make necessary changes before administering it on a larger scale.

Question 2

When items are well chosen, internal consistency can be obtained with only a few items.

Accepted Answer

Well chosen items can capture the construct of interest in a few items, which leads to internal consistency. However, the number of items needed for internal consistency may vary depending on various factors such as the complexity of the construct, the nature of the items, and the sample size.

Question 3

Determining if the survey is the right length and not too complex is to evaluate its ____________________________.&#10;A)suitability&#10;B)acceptability&#10;C)directness&#10;D)appropriateness

Accepted Answer

Determining if a survey is the right length and not too complex involves evaluating its appropriateness. This includes assessing whether the survey's content, length, and complexity are suitable for the intended audience and purpose.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT criterion used for selecting evaluation instruments?&#10;A)utility&#10;B)sensitivity&#10;C)appropriateness&#10;D)directness&#10;E)all of the above are criteria

Accepted Answer

All the options listed (utility, sensitivity, appropriateness, and directness) are criteria used for selecting evaluation instruments.

Question 5

Asking questions such as if an instrument will be appropriate to your populations' reading level and vocabulary, as well as their emotional state, is to evaluate which criteria for selecting an evaluation instrument?

A)utility
B)suitability
C)non-reactivity
D)appropriateness

Accepted Answer

Suitability refers to how appropriate an evaluation instrument is for a specific population, including considerations such as their reading level, vocabulary, and emotional state. Therefore, asking questions about these factors is evaluating suitability.

Deck 12: Illustrations of Instruments