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High and Low Consensus Groups: A Content and Relational Interaction Analysis.

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DeStephen, Rolayne S. – Small Group Behavior, 1983

Analyzed the complete interaction of high and low consensus groups in a basic small group course. Interaction analysis indicated that both the relational and content levels of communication are significantly different for high versus low consensus groups. The conclusion that increased feedback leads to decision satisfaction was confirmed. (JAC)

Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Communication (Thought Transfer), Comparative Testing, Decision Making

Using Differential Item Functioning Procedures to Explore Sources of Item Difficulty and Group Performance Characteristics.

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Scheuneman, Janice Dowd; Gerritz, Kalle – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1990

Differential item functioning (DIF) methodology for revealing sources of item difficulty and performance characteristics of different groups was explored. A total of 150 Scholastic Aptitude Test items and 132 Graduate Record Examination general test items were analyzed. DIF was evaluated for males and females and Blacks and Whites. (SLD)

Descriptors: Black Students, College Entrance Examinations, College Students, Comparative Testing