Pascual is a qualitative researcher who studies ESL classes for middle school immigrants from Latin-American countries. He has strong opinions regarding how ESL classes are structured and the types of learning experiences provided to ESL students. Which of the following validity concerns most directly addresses how well Pascual can present his data without being judgmental?
A) Generalizability
B) Descriptive validity
C) Evaluative validity
D) Theoretical validity

Question

Pascual is a qualitative researcher who studies ESL classes for middle school immigrants from Latin-American countries. He has strong opinions regarding how ESL classes are structured and the types of learning experiences provided to ESL students. Which of the following validity concerns most directly addresses how well Pascual can present his data without being judgmental?
A) Generalizability
B) Descriptive validity
C) Evaluative validity 
D) Theoretical validity

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Evaluative validity concerns the researcher's ability to present data without imposing their own judgments or biases, which is directly relevant to Pascual's situation.

Pascual Is a Qualitative Researcher Who Studies ESL Classes for Middle