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A cutscore or passing point (aka cut-off score and cutoff score as well) is a score on a test that is used to categorized examinees.
The Nedelsky method is an approach to setting the cutscore of an exam. Originally suggested by Nedelsky (1954), it is an early attempt to implement
Psychometrics is the science of educational/psychological testing. That is, it is the study of assessment itself, regardless of what type of test is under consideration.
Enemy items is a psychometric term that refers to two test questions (items) which should not be on the same test version seen by a
Online remote proctoring software is seeing increased usage in the workplace. It provides a secure way to test job applicants without having them come into
ASC hosted a webinar on June 14, 2022, as part of its AI In Assessment Series. This edition is an interview with the father of
Incremental validity is an aspect of validity that refers to what an additional assessment or predictive variable can add to the information provided by existing
ASC partners with Escuela Superior de Administración Pública (ESAP) to develop and securely deliver nationwide civil service exams in Colombia as well as admissions exams
Summative and formative assessment are a crucial component of the educational process. If you work in the assessment field, you have probably encountered these terms.
QUESTION: “What are the costs associated with using validated assessments in public safety hiring?” ANSWER: “Always cheaper than a lawsuit!” It is not uncommon for
ASC is proud to announce that we have successfully passed an audit for FISMA / FedRAMP Moderate, demonstrating our extremely high security standards for our
An Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE Exam) is an assessment designed to measure performance of tasks, typically medical, in a high-fidelity way. It is more
Test score reliability and validity are core concepts in the field of psychometrics and assessment. Both of them refer to the quality of a test,
The exam development for professional credentialing – Licensure & Certification Tests – is incredibly important. Such exams serve as gatekeepers into many professions, often after
NCCA Accreditation is a stamp of approval on the quality of a certification program, governed by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).™ This is
