Ecological Validity

Definition

Ecological validity refers to the degree to which research findings accurately represent real-world settings and situations. It assesses whether the results obtained in a study can be generalized to everyday life.

Related terms

External Validity:

External validity refers to the extent to which research findings can be generalized or applied beyond the specific conditions of the study.

Internal Validity:

Internal validity refers to how well an experiment is conducted and whether it accurately measures what it intends to measure.

Generalizability: Generalizability is similar to ecological validity, as it describes how well research findings can be applied or extended beyond a specific sample or context.