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A Statistical Assessment of Order of Presentation in Multiple Item Likert Scale Survey Responses, or "Who's on First?"

McCall, Chester H., Jr.; Gardner, Suzanne – 1984

The Research Services of the National Education Association (NEA) conducted a nationwide teacher opinion poll (TOP) based upon a stratified disproportionate two-state cluster sample of classroom teachers. This research study was conducted to test the hypothesis that the order of presentation of items would make no difference in the conclusions…

Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Elementary Secondary Education, National Surveys, Statistical Analysis

Practical Questions about Item Response Models in Large-Scale Assessment Programs.

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Legg, Sue M.; Algina, James – 1986

This paper focuses on the questions which arise as test practitioners monitor score scales derived from latent trait theory. Large scale assessment programs are dynamic and constantly challenge the assumptions and limits of latent trait models. Even though testing programs evolve, test scores must remain reliable indicators of progress.…

Descriptors: Difficulty Level, Educational Assessment, Elementary Secondary Education, Equated Scores