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Peer reviewedWright, Benjamin D. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1997
The historic origins of measurement are traced, and the basic requirements for fundamental measurement are outlined. Studying the history of social science measurement shows specific pitfalls the researcher must avoid. Applications of item response theory to social science measurement are discussed. (SLD)
Descriptors: History, Item Response Theory, Measurement, Psychometrics
