Question: Topic: Criterion Theory and Development

1. Consider criterion deficiency and criterion contamination. How do these constructs limit a criterion's relevance? Explain. 200 Words

2. How are psychological constructs developed and evaluated? Explain. 200 Words

Course Contents

Textbook: 1. Industrial/Organizational Psychology: Understanding the Workplace Read Chapter 4.

Electronic Resource

1. DC Network

Use the 10 Key Strategic Points template found under the Research/Dissertation tab to inform your assignment. You may also find other materials that are helpful, specifically under the Residency tab in Research/Dissertation.

Read: Clark, L. A., & Watson, D. (1995). Constructing validity: Basic issues in objective scale development. Psychological Assessment, 7(2), 309-319.

2. Has Item Response Theory Increased the Validity of Achievement Test Scores?

Read: Linn, R. L. (1990). Has item response theory increased the validity of achievement test scores? Applied Measurement in Education, 3(2), 114-141.

3. Measurement Error in Psychological Research: Lessons From 26 Research Scenarios

Read: Schmidt, F. L., & Hunter, J. E. (1996). Measurement error in psychological research: Lessons from 26 research scenarios. Psychological Methods, 1(2), 199-223.

4. Organizational Theories: Some Criteria for Evaluation

Read: Bacharach, S. B. (1989). Organizational theories: Some criteria for evaluation. Academy of Management Review, 14(4), 496-515.

5. SAGE Research Methods

Use Sage Research Methods to research potential resources to develop the theoretical foundations for your paper.

6. The Role of Factor Analysis in the Development and Evaluation of Personality Scales

Read: Briggs, S. R., & Cheek, J. M. (1986). The role of factor analysis in the development and evaluation of personality scales. Journal of Personality, 54(1), 106-148.