Detecting Halo Effects in Performance-Based Examinations

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Title: Detecting Halo Effects in Performance-Based Examinations
Language: English
Authors: Bechger, Timo M., Maris, Gunter, Hsiao, Ya Ping
Source: Applied Psychological Measurement. Nov 2010 34(8):607-619.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2010
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Performance Based Assessment, Test Reliability, Test Length, Language Tests, Indo European Languages, Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: Netherlands
DOI: 10.1177/0146621610367897
ISSN: 0146-6216
Abstract: The main purpose of this article is to demonstrate how halo effects may be detected and quantified using two independent ratings of the same person. A practical illustration is given to show how halo effects can be avoided. (Contains 2 tables, 7 figures, and 2 notes.)
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 46
Entry Date: 2010
Accession Number: EJ900844
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:The main purpose of this article is to demonstrate how halo effects may be detected and quantified using two independent ratings of the same person. A practical illustration is given to show how halo effects can be avoided. (Contains 2 tables, 7 figures, and 2 notes.)
ISSN:0146-6216
DOI:10.1177/0146621610367897