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Carlson, James E.; Jirele, Tom – 1992
Some results are presented relating to the dimensionality of the 1990 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) mathematics item-response data. Based on theoretical considerations, practical limitations, and previous research, two procedures were selected for study: full information factor analysis as implemented in the TESTFACT computer…
Descriptors: Comparative Testing, Computer Software Evaluation, Factor Analysis, Grade 4
Nandakumar, Ratna – 1992
The phenomenon of simultaneous differential item functioning (DIF) amplification and cancellation and the role of the SIBTEST computer program in detecting it were studied. A variety of simulated test data was generated for this purpose. In addition, the following real test data were used: (1) American College Testing program data for 2,115 males…
Descriptors: Black Students, Comparative Testing, Computer Simulation, Computer Software


