Measurement Error in Sociological Research

Abstract: A 6 page contention that measurement error is a frequent component of many types of sociological research. This error is obvious in fields ranging from psychology to education and occurs despite the implementation of a variety of procedures and formats have been proposed over the years top overcome this inadequacy. Emphasizes that measurement error continues to be one of the biggest stumbling blocks in many aspects of social research. There continues to be a great variance in measurement reliability and validity as well as to the extent to which measurements achieve research purposes. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

Filename: PPmeasur.wps

Pages: 6

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Catagory: Race, Politics & Society

Subcatagory: Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

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