DRC DRC Assessment Design 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of a 'pilot study' in DRC's assessment development process?

Accepted Answer

To collect data on item performance before operational use

Answer

A pilot study gathers empirical data on how items perform with students before those items are used in an operational test.

Question 2

In DRC assessments, what does 'item difficulty' (p-value) indicate?

Accepted Answer

The proportion of students who answered the item correctly

Answer

The p-value represents the proportion of examinees who answered an item correctly, with higher values indicating easier items.

Question 3

Which term describes the process of reviewing DRC items for fairness across demographic groups?

Accepted Answer

Bias and sensitivity review

Answer

Bias and sensitivity review is a process where content experts evaluate items to ensure they do not disadvantage any particular group of students.

Question 4

What is the function of 'anchor items' in DRC's test form design?

Accepted Answer

Common items used across forms to support score equating

Answer

Anchor items appear on multiple test forms and allow DRC to statistically link scores across different test versions through equating.

Question 5

How does DRC use 'field test items' embedded in operational tests?

Accepted Answer

To collect performance data without affecting student scores

Answer

Embedded field test items are unscored items placed in operational tests to collect student response data for future use.

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