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ERIC Number: EJ550108
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-1644
Comparison of Finite State Score Theory, Classical Test Theory, and Item Response Theory in Scoring Multiple-Choice Items.
Ndalichako, Joyce L.; Rogers, W. Todd
Educational and Psychological Measurement, v57 n4 p580-89 Aug 1997
Ability estimates obtained from applying finite state score theory, item response models, and classical test theory to score multiple-choice items were compared using responses of 1,230 examinees. Scoring models provided essentially the same ranking of examinees, but ease of use and interpretation support the use of the classical test model. (SLD)
Descriptors: Ability, Comparative Analysis, Estimation (Mathematics), High School Students, High Schools, Item Response Theory, Multiple Choice Tests, Scores, Scoring, Test Interpretation, Test Items
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Classical Test Theory; Finite State Score Theory