Procedures for Translation and Validation of the Instrument

Authors

  • Binoy Thomas
  • P. Subhashree

Abstract

The precision in the translation of the survey instrument is a key methodological issue, because the quality of translation process has a crucial role in determining the accuracy and quality of the research study. The errors in translation may distort the original purpose of the instrument itself. In this context, researchers have recommended for a comprehensive process of translation. The present study is a literature review paper on the standardised procedures to be followed for translating a survey instrument from the original language into the vernacular language and for validating the translated questionnaire. The study has conducted a systematic review on 139 articles which discusses the instrument translation and validation procedures. The present study would contribute a review on existing literature on instrument translation and validation.

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2020-01-23

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