Determining the Lengths for Criterion-Referenced Tests.

Hambleton, Ronald K.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ278920

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Publication Date: 1983

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Determining the Lengths for Criterion-Referenced Tests.

Hambleton, Ronald K.; And Others

Journal of Educational Measurement, v20 n1 p27-38 Spr 1983

A new method was developed to assist in the selection of a test length by utilizing computer simulation procedures and item response theory. A demonstration of the method presents results which address the influences of item pool heterogeneity matched to the objectives of interest and the method of item selection. (Author/PN)

Descriptors: Computer Programs, Criterion Referenced Tests, Item Banks, Latent Trait Theory, Test Construction, Test Length, Test Reliability, Test Validity

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