Methodology Article
Importance of Reliability and Validity in Research
Richard Karnia*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
137-141
Received:
26 September 2024
Accepted:
23 October 2024
Published:
12 November 2024
DOI:
10.11648/j.pbs.20241306.11
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Abstract: The goal developing a new research tool is to ensure that the measurement tool has a high level of external validity to be generalizable and have a broader reach and also is highly reliable and able to consistently gather the same result. Researchers need to determine the validity and reliability of each assessment to ensure that they are not misleading their readers and the data can be trusted based on statistical evidence to support their conclusions. Reliability is the ability of consistency of the results over multiple tests. This process can be calculated by determining various measurements such as test-retest reliability, parallel-form reliability, split-half reliability by calculating a correlation coefficient or a t-test. Validity is the extent in which a test will measure what is said to test, which can be established by looking and measuring face validity, content validity, criterion-related validity, and construct validity. Validity can be established by using various experts to determine if a test is clear and relevant using a tool such as content validity index. If statistically reliability and validity is established, the research will increase the impact on the research and generalizability can be established.
Abstract: The goal developing a new research tool is to ensure that the measurement tool has a high level of external validity to be generalizable and have a broader reach and also is highly reliable and able to consistently gather the same result. Researchers need to determine the validity and reliability of each assessment to ensure that they are not misle...
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Research Article
Navigating Negative Social Identity: Virtual Identity as a Coping Strategy for Unemployed Youth
Anastasia Kitiashvili*
Issue:
Volume 13, Issue 6, December 2024
Pages:
142-153
Received:
14 September 2024
Accepted:
14 October 2024
Published:
20 November 2024
DOI:
10.11648/j.pbs.20241306.12
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Abstract: This study explored how unemployed young people create virtual social identities as a coping mechanism for their unfavorable social identities. It hypothesized that as young people without jobs have limited opportunities to interact with others, they might use virtual social identities to redefine their identity. The study used survey research with 200 participants and qualitative interviews with 25 respondents. The results indicated that youth unemployment, compounded by social segregation, negatively affects relationships, social identity, and overall well-being. Findings showed that virtual social identities helped youth develop negative outcomes of their offline social identities, although excessive use of virtual platforms could become a potential source of additional stress. Qualitative data analysis identified key themes including social isolation, stress, humiliation, alienation, and dashed hopes. The importance of the virtual environment in the formation of social identity among unemployed youth was also highlighted, which is the novel contribution to the field. The article also discusses recommendations for social interventions for supporting unemployed youth.
Abstract: This study explored how unemployed young people create virtual social identities as a coping mechanism for their unfavorable social identities. It hypothesized that as young people without jobs have limited opportunities to interact with others, they might use virtual social identities to redefine their identity. The study used survey research with...
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