Evaluating the Equivalence of Different Language Versions of a Credentialing Exam.

Robin, Frederic; Sireci, Stephen G.; Hambleton, Ronald K.

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ERIC Number: EJ677650

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2003

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Evaluating the Equivalence of Different Language Versions of a Credentialing Exam.

Robin, Frederic; Sireci, Stephen G.; Hambleton, Ronald K.

International Journal of Testing, v3 n1 p1-20 2003

Illustrates how multidimensional scaling (MDS) and differential item functioning (DIF) procedures can be used to evaluate the equivalence of different language versions of an examination. Presents examples of structural differences and DIF across languages. (SLD)

Descriptors: Item Bias, Licensing Examinations (Professions), Multidimensional Scaling, Multilingual Materials, Test Format

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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