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An item distractor, also known as a foil or a trap, is an incorrect option for a selected-response item on an assessment. What makes a
What is an item review? It is the process of performing quality control on items before they are ever delivered to examinees. This is an
Technology-enhanced items are assessment items (questions) that utilize technology to improve the interaction of the item, over and above what is possible with paper. Tech-enhanced
Automated item generation (AIG) is a paradigm for developing assessment items (test questions), utilizing principles of artificial intelligence and automation. As the name suggests, it
If you have worked in the field of assessment and psychometrics, you have undoubtedly encountered the word “standard.” While a relatively simple word, it has
The generalized partial credit model (GPCM, Muraki 1992) is a category in a group of families in item response theory. It is designed to work
Recently, I was asked about scaled scoring and if the transformation must be based on the normal curve. This is an important question, especially since
Computerized adaptive testing: What is it? Computerized adaptive testing is an algorithm that drives how a test is delivered. It is coded into a software platform,
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
