The phrase "independent raters" refers to individuals who are not biased or influenced by others, and are able to give their own unbiased opinions or evaluations. Full definition
The DSM - III - R diagnoses were later confirmed with DSM - IV criteria53 by independent raters who listened to audiotapes of the original SCID - P interviews. (jamanetwork.com)
Fidelity assessments are conducted by independent raters who have been trained and have demonstrated reliability. (cebc4cw.org)
The assessment of mother - infant interaction scores was completed by the researcher who was aware of the infants» allocation groups, but 10 dyads were coded by an experienced independent rater who was blind to study group and the researcher's reliability ratings were checked against the blinded coder. (cochranelibrary-wiley.com)