Test Development Services: From initial design to psychometrics
What can we do to help?
Job Analysis
Use a scientific, data-driven approach to decide what a test should cover; survey job incumbents and statistically transform into blueprints
Item Authoring & Review
Train subject matter experts (SMEs) in how to write fair, effective test questions, and implement a quality assurance process
Standard setting study
It is not defensible just pick a nice round cutscore like 70%. You need a scientific, data-driven approach to this, like modified-Angoff or Bookmark studies.
Psychometrics
There are several quantitative steps, including Equating, Test Assembly, and Psychometric Reports.
Trust our experts to help test development
We have a team of expert psychometricians, test developers, and certification/accreditation experts. We excel in understanding your organization, recommending consulting services, and driving the development of a high-quality exam. Whether you just need a single statistical report, or complete outsourcing of a certification exam program, we can help!
If you want to achieve accreditation, or simply have a defensible exam, you need to follow the Test Development Cycle. This can differ based on the type of assessment, but the graphic here displays a concise summary.
Why do we need the test development cycle? Validity.
The validity of a test score is supported, in a large part, by appropriate use of the test development cycle, the strength of the connections between the different steps of the cycle, and your documentation of the process. We tailor both our consulting services and software platforms around helping you implement these industry standards.
Want to learn more about the test development cycle and how it impacts Certification exams in particular? Download this whitepaper.
