Psychometric Properties of Alternative Item Types Worth the Squeeze? An Investigation into the Psychometric Performance of Alternative Item Types

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Title: Psychometric Properties of Alternative Item Types Worth the Squeeze? An Investigation into the Psychometric Performance of Alternative Item Types
Language: English
Authors: Wolkowitz, Amanda A., Foley, Brett P., Zurn, Jar
Source: Journal of Applied Testing Technology. 2021 22(1):37-51.
Availability: Association of Test Publishers. 601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, South Building Suite 900, Washington DC 20004. Tel: 866-240-7909; Fax: 717-755-8962; e-mail: wgh.atp@att.net; Web site: https://www.testpublishers.org/journal-of-applied-testing-technology
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 15
Publication Date: 2021
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Psychometrics, Alternative Assessment, Computer Assisted Testing, Test Items, Thinking Skills, Problem Solving, Authentic Learning, Item Response Theory, Difficulty Level, Scores, Attention, Credentials, Certification
ISSN: 2375-5636
Abstract: As assessments move from traditional paper-pencil administration to computer-based administration, many testing programs are incorporating alternative item types (AITs) into assessments with the goals of measuring higher-order thinking, offering insight into problem-solving, and representing authentic real-world tasks. This paper explores multiple applications of AIT items and the psychometric properties of these items, including item response time, difficulty, item-total score correlations, and distractor analyses. The appropriate use of these items is also discussed in the context of professional credentialing exams.
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