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Peer reviewedLiou, Michelle – Applied Psychological Measurement, 1988
In applying I. I. Bejar's method for detecting the dimensionality of achievement tests, researchers should be cautious in interpreting the slope of the principal axis. Other information from the data is needed in conjunction with Bejar's method of addressing item dimensionality. (SLD)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Computer Simulation, Difficulty Level, Equated Scores
Download full textGilmer, Jerry S. – 1987
The proponents of test disclosure argue that disclosure is a matter of fairness; the opponents argue that fairness is enhanced by score equating which is dependent on test security. This research simulated disclosure on a professional licensing examination by placing response keys to selected items in some examinees' records, and comparing their…
Descriptors: Adults, Answer Keys, Computer Simulation, Cutting Scores
