Neighborhood conditions in a Swedish context-Two studies of reliability and validity of virtual systematic social observation using Google Street View.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The goal of these studies was to investigate the reliability and validity of virtual systematic social observation (virtual SSO) using Google Street View in a Swedish neighborhood context.

Methods

This was accomplished in two studies. Study 1 focused on interrater reliability and construct validity, comparing ratings conducted in-person to those done using Google Street View, across 24 study sites within four postal code areas. Study 2 focused on criterion validity of virtual SSO in terms of neighborhoods with low versus high income levels, including 133 study sites within 22 postal code areas in a large Swedish city. In both studies, assessment of the neighborhood context was conducted at each study site, using a protocol adapted to a Swedish context.

Result

SUBMITTER: Clausen Gull I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9911895 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature