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Making Better Tests with the Rasch Measurement Model [PDF]

open access: yesInSight, 2018
This study had two aims. The first was to explain the process of using the Rasch measurement model to validate tests in an easy-to-understand way for those unfamiliar with the Rasch measurement model.
Omar Karlin, Sayaka Karlin
doaj   +2 more sources

From whole number to real number: Applying Rasch measurement to investigate threshold concepts

open access: yesPythagoras, 2009
The developments in mathematics that take place in Grades 7 to 9 constitute critical nodes in a learner’s scholing. One of the major transitions to be made is from whole numbers to real numbers, which involves theunderstanding of ...
Caroline Long
doaj   +1 more source

An Estimation and Analysis Framework for the Rasch Model

open access: yes, 2018
The Rasch model is widely used for item response analysis in applications ranging from recommender systems to psychology, education, and finance. While a number of estimators have been proposed for the Rasch model over the last decades, the available ...
Chiang, Mung   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Applicability of Item Response Theory to the Korean Nurses' Licensing Examination [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Educational Evaluation for Health Professions, 2005
To test the applicability of item response theory (IRT) to the Korean Nurses' Licensing Examination (KNLE), item analysis was performed after testing the unidimensionality and goodness-of-fit.
Geum-Hee Jeong, Mi Kyoung Yim
doaj   +1 more source

Assessment of the dimensionality of the Wijma delivery expectancy/experience questionnaire using factor analysis and Rasch analysis [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
Background: Fear of childbirth has negative consequences for a woman's physical and emotional wellbeing. The most commonly used measurement tool for childbirth fear is the Wijma Delivery Expectancy Questionnaire (WDEQ-A).
Creedy, D. K.   +6 more
core   +2 more sources

Analysis of biology midterm exam items using a comparison of the classical theory test and the Rasch model

open access: yesJPBI (Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi Indonesia)
In biology learning, test instruments are essential for assessing students' understanding of complex concepts. A test instrument is a crucial factor in learning evaluation; however, its implementation remains minimal.
Tanti Priyani, Bowo Sugiharto
doaj   +1 more source

Applying modern measurement approaches to constructs relevant to evidence-based practice among Canadian physical and occupational therapists

open access: yesImplementation Science, 2018
Background Evidence-based practice (EBP) is a complex process. To quantify it, one has to also consider individual and contextual factors using multiple measures.
Fadi Al Zoubi   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Multidimensional rasch models for partial credit scoring [PDF]

open access: yes, 1996
Rasch models for partial-credit scoring are discussed and a multidimensional version of the model is formulated. A model may be specified in which consecutive item responses depend on an underlying latent trait. In the multidimensional partial-credit
Andersen, E.B.   +18 more
core   +2 more sources

Governance strategies in sustainable campus using Rasch model [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
In moving towards sustainability, university needs to establish a good governance strategy which practices to transform a positive sustainable culture toward successful green campus.
Abdul Rahman, Ismail   +5 more
core   +1 more source

Methods for Setting Device Specifications for Analog In‐Memory Computing Inference

open access: yesAdvanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.
Non‐volatile memories (NVMs) are being developed for analog in‐memory computing for energy‐efficient, high‐speed deep learning inference. As technology is moving to industry adoption, a method to define required NVM specifications is critical for improving performance and reducing manufacturing cost.
Zhenyu Wu   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

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