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Finch, Holmes – Journal of Educational Measurement, 2006
Nonlinear factor analysis is a tool commonly used by measurement specialists to identify both the presence and nature of multidimensionality in a set of test items, an important issue given that standard Item Response Theory models assume a unidimensional latent structure. Results from most factor-analytic algorithms include loading matrices,…
Descriptors: Test Items, Simulation, Factor Structure, Factor Analysis
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Sontag, Marvin; Pedhazur, Elazar – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1972
Study investigated the factorial congruence of Kerlinger's Educational Attitudes Scales and Oliver and Butcher's Survey of Opinions About Education. (MB)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Congruence, Educational Attitudes, Factor Analysis
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Hanna, Gila – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1984
The validity of a comparison of mean test scores for two groups and of a longitudinal comparison of means within each group is assessed. Using LISREL, factor analyses are used to test the hypotheses of similar factor patterns, equal units of measurement, and equal measurement accuracy between groups and across time. (Author/DWH)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Comparative Analysis, Data Analysis, Factor Analysis