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Bergner, Yoav; Choi, Ikkyu; Castellano, Katherine E. – Journal of Educational Measurement, 2019
Allowance for multiple chances to answer constructed response questions is a prevalent feature in computer-based homework and exams. We consider the use of item response theory in the estimation of item characteristics and student ability when multiple attempts are allowed but no explicit penalty is deducted for extra tries. This is common…
Descriptors: Models, Item Response Theory, Homework, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Stroup, Walter M.; Hills, Thomas; Carmona, Guadalupe – Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 2011
This paper summarizes an approach to helping future educators to engage with key issues related to the application of measurement-related statistics to learning and teaching, especially in the contexts of science, mathematics, technology and engineering (STEM) education. The approach we outline has two major elements. First, students are asked to…
Descriptors: Core Curriculum, High Stakes Tests, Psychometrics, Educational Testing