Scale Development: Theory and Applications

Applied Social Research Methods #26

by Robert F. DeVellis

In the Fourth Edition of Scale Development, Robert F. DeVellis demystifies measurement by emphasizing a logical rather than strictly mathematical understanding of concepts. The text supports readers in comprehending newer approaches to measurement, comparing them to classical approaches, and grasping more clearly the relative merits of each. This edition addresses new topics pertinent to modern measurement approaches and includes additional exercises and topics for class discussion.Available with Perusall—an eBook that makes it easier to prepare for classPerusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.

Genres: Nonfiction, Research, Psychology, Textbooks, Academic

282 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Santosh Kalwar · Rating 4 out of 5]

very good book, highly recommended for developing scale(s)

[Tom Wein · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not the most transportive start to my new year reading, but this is a very solid methodological primer; simply explained enough even for me. Recommended if that's what your in the market for.

[Lillie Stephens]

Read all of it for school

[Dianne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an excellent basic reference that will be useful for anyone developing a new measure for the first time. It provides a good overview of measurement theory and clearly explains the essential concepts. It also is a quick read - surely to be appreciated by the overworked researcher! It does not go into extensive how-to detail, but it provides a good basis for a checklist of elements to consider when designing, developing, and testing new measures.

[Christiany Suwartono · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pertama kali tahu buku ini dari Bang Hamdi, saat jadi asdos Konstruksi Alat Ukur Psikologi. Wow, bahasanya sederhana, singkat, padat, dan jelas. Sebenarnya malah mungkin sebelum kuliah KAUP, baca buku ini dulu supaya bisa tahu gambaran umumnya terlebih dahulu.

[Virginia Lacefield · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dense, but useful. Definitely an academic read.

[Pauline · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall, pretty good, although there were some sections that were not as clear/detailed as I would have liked. Decent start to knowing how to both develop and evaluate scales.

[Lena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks for getting me an A+ in Measurement Issues in I/O Psychology, king! 😍