Maximum Likelihood and Bayesian Parameter Estimation in Item Response Theory.

Abstract

Advantages and disadvantages of joint maximum likelihood, marginal maximum likelihood, and Bayesian methods of parameter estimation in item response theory are discussed and compared. Author supplied keywords include: Mental Test Theory and Bias (Statistical).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1984
Accession Number
ADA145775

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  • F. M. Lord

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  • Educational Testing Service

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  • Mathematics

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  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - Bayesian Inference