A Multilevel Bifactor Approach to Construct Validation of Mixed-Format Scales
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DOI: 10.1177/0013164417690858
Abstract: Wording effects associated with positively and negatively worded items have been found in many scales. Such effects may threaten construct validity and introduce systematic bias in the interpretation of results. A variety of models have… read more here.
Keywords: mixed format; bifactor approach; wording effects; multilevel bifactor ... See more keywords
Cognitive Abilities Explain Wording Effects in the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale
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DOI: 10.1177/1073191117746503
Abstract: There is consensus that the 10 items of the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) reflect wording effects resulting from positively and negatively keyed items. The present study examined the effects of cognitive abilities on the factor… read more here.
Keywords: cognitive abilities; esteem scale; rosenberg self; factor ... See more keywords