test translation and test adaptation

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What is test adaptation?

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Modifying a test for different languages or cultures while keeping its validity.

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How does adaptation affect test validity?

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Maintains construct validity across languages.

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What are the main challenges in test adaptation?

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Cultural bias, response styles, psychometric consistency.

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What is the purpose of pilot testing in test adaptation?

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It detects translation, cultural, and difficulty issues.

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What is the difference between test adaptation and localization?

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Adaptation ensures validity; localization tailors content to a region.

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What is back-translation?

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Re-translating a test into the original language to check accuracy.

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Why is cultural review important in test adaptation?

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To ensure that the test is culturally relevant and does not introduce bias.

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What is construct validity?

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The degree to which a test measures what it claims to measure.

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What role does psychometric consistency play in test adaptation?

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It ensures that the test scores are reliable and valid across different populations.

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What is the significance of response styles in test adaptation?

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They can affect how different cultures interpret and respond to test items.