ATP Test Development & Design Flashcards
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Which standard-setting method involves panelists rating the difficulty of items for a 'borderline' examinee?
Answer: Angoff Method
The Angoff method asks panelists to estimate the probability that a minimally competent examinee would answer each item correctly.
What is the purpose of an 'item stem' in a multiple-choice question?
Answer: To present the question or problem to be solved
The item stem is the part of a multiple-choice question that presents the problem or question the examinee must answer.
What is 'differential item functioning' (DIF)?
Answer: A condition where items perform differently for subgroups with similar ability levels
DIF occurs when an item performs differently for subgroups (e.g., by gender or ethnicity) after controlling for overall ability.
In test form construction, what is 'test equating'?
Answer: A statistical process to ensure scores from different forms are comparable
Test equating is a statistical process that adjusts scores from different test forms so they can be compared on a common scale.
What is the role of a 'subject matter expert' (SME) in test development?
Answer: To provide domain knowledge for item writing and review
Subject matter experts provide domain knowledge and professional judgment during item writing, review, and standard setting.
What is an 'anchor test' in equating designs?
Answer: A common set of items administered across multiple test forms to link them statistically
An anchor test contains common items shared across forms and serves as the statistical link for equating different test versions.