Content-Based Observation of Informative Distractors and Efficiency of Ability Estimation

Abstract

The paper summarizes the shortages of the conventional way of handling the multiple-choice test and also describes theories and methodologies that can be applied for a better handling of the multiple-choice test item; some empirical facts are introduced to support the theoretical observations; finally new strategies of item writing are proposed which will reduce noise and lead to more efficient ability estimation. In so doing, simple-minded avoidance of non- monotonicity of the operating characteristic of the correct answer is reconsidered, and efficient use of informative distractors is taken into account. (Author) (kr)

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 05, 1990
Accession Number
ADA225590

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  • Fumiko Samejima

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