Questions the adequacy with which the giftedness construct is defined in applied educational settings, and the adequacy of the validation data available for these gifted identification procedures. (Author/BJV)

Investigated factor structure of the Stanford-Binet Fourth Edition using collaboration matrix from the standardization sample of 1,695 children aged 2 through 6 years, 1,586 children aged 7 through 11 years, and 1,728 participants aged 12 through 23 years. The results revealed the large first factor that resembled general intelligence, with little…

To deterine whether three empirically derived factors of Oddi Continuing Learning Inventory (OCLI) remain across study samples, factor scores pairs were generated by using factor-score coefficients of two data sets and correlating factor scores. High positive correlations indicated three derived factors in factor structure matrix matched those…

Presents a unified concept of test validity that integrates both the scientific and ethical considerations of test interpretation and use. Argues that the appropriateness, meaningfulness, and usefulness of score-based inferences are inseparable, and that this integration is based on construct validity. (FMW)

Administration of the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale (fourth edition) to 60 elementary school students (in grades four, five, and six) resulted in means consistent with their gifted status. Factor analyses, including LISREL confirmatory analysis, offered only partial support to the Binet model. (TJH)

Construct validity and diagnostic utility of the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Third Edition, Freedom from Distractibility Scale (FFD) was studied with a sample of 40 children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Results support the construct validity of the FFD but cast doubt on its diagnostic utility. (SLD)

The construct validity of Boder's typology of dyslexia was investigated using quantified electroencephalography with 39 children (ages 7-11) during a reading task and at rest. Results supported beta frequency differences in anticipated regions by dyslexia subtype during the reading task. However, the direction of difference hypothesis was not…

Administered Expectations About Counseling-Brief Form (EAC-B) to 153 college students to examine instrument's factorial validity. Students also completed Developing Purpose section of the Student Development Task Inventory, second edition; the Counseling Readiness Scale; and the Career Counseling Diagnostic Inventory. Results support the factorial…

Presents a model of the constructs underlying silent reading comprehension. Defines the process as consisting of three whole-parts, each of which is a part of silent reading comprehension, yet is also a whole ability that itself consists of two or more parts. Presents a system of reading diagnosis in which construct-valid measures are administered…

A Monte Carlo simulation explored how to optimize power in the extreme groups strategy when sampling from nonnormal distributions. Results show that the optimum percent for the extreme group selection was approximately the same for all population shapes, except the extremely platykurtic (uniform) distribution. (SLD)

To measure Theory of Work Adjustment personality and adjustment style dimensions, content-based scales were analyzed for homogeneity and successively reanalyzed for reliability improvement. Three sound scales were developed: inflexibility, activeness, and reactiveness. (SK)

This critical review of the Personal Report of Communication Apprehension considers construct validity, cross-situational consistency, replicability, and applicability to non-English cultures. (SK)

Investigated reliability and construct validity of Children's Depression Scale. Data from Australian sample of 202 adolescents revealed that four factors met stipulated criteria and accounted for 54% of variance. Revised subscales, three with five items and one with four items, had strong construct and face validity and high reliability.…

Evidence was obtained from 841 pharmacists for the convergent validity and discriminant validity of measures of career commitment, organizational commitment, career withdrawal intention, and job withdrawal intention. Results indicate the usefulness of confirmatory factor analysis as an alternative to exploratory analyses when determining the…

Reports the development of the Therapeutic Behavior Scale, a six-item scale used to assess verbal therapeutic behaviors. Presents data supporting its internal consistency, interrater reliability and construct validity. Suggests that the scale can be useful for training, therapist self-assessment and research about the therapeutic processes and…