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What is computerized adaptive testing? Computerized adaptive testing is an algorithm that drives how a test is delivered. It is coded into a software platform, using
A standard setting study is a formal process for establishing a performance standard. In the assessment world, there are actually two uses of the word standard – the other one refers to…
If you are dealing with data science, which psychometrics most definitely is, you’ve probably come across R. It is an environment that allows you to
Psychometric forensics is a surprisingly deep and complex field. Many of the indices are incredibly sophisticated, but a good high-level and simple analysis to start with
Subject matter experts (SMEs) play a critical role in the the development and management of certification programs. Certification Managers and Psychometricians are also critical, but
One of the most cliche phrases associated with assessment is “teaching to the test.” I’ve always hated this phrase, because it is only used in
ASC’s expertise in computerized adaptive testing (CAT) is recognized around the world. Back in 2008, our co-founder was asked to contribute to an Education Week
ASC has been empowering organizations to develop better assessments since 1979. Curious as to how things were back then? Below is a copy of our
Item response theory is the predominant psychometric paradigm for mid or large scale assessment. As noted in my introductory blog post, it is actually a
Item response theory (IRT) is an extremely powerful psychometric paradigm that addresses many of the inadequacies of classical test theory (CTT). If you are new
Classical test theory is a century-old paradigm for psychometrics – using quantitative and scientific processes to develop and analyze assessments to improve their quality. (nobody
The modified-Angoff method is arguably the most common method of setting a cutscore on a test. The Angoff cutscore is legally defensible and meets international standards
Linear on the fly testing (LOFT) is an approach to assessment delivery that increases test security by limiting item exposure. It tries to balance the
I’m also frequently asked by people already in the field where they can go to get a graduate degree in psychometrics, especially on sophisticated topics like item response theory…
Have you heard about standard setting approaches such as the Hofstee method, or perhaps the Angoff, Ebel, Nedelsky, or Bookmark methods? There are certainly various
