Probability-Based Inference in Cognitive Diagnosis

Abstract

Recent developments in cognitive psychology suggest models for knowledge and learning that often fall outside the realm of standard test theory. This paper concerns probability-based inference in terms of such models. An approach utilizing Bayesian inference networks is outlined. Basic ideas of structure and computation in inference networks are discussed, and illustrated with an example from the domain of mixed-number subtraction. Bayesian inference, Belief nets, Cognitive diagnosis, Psychology, Educational measurement, Inference networks

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1994
Accession Number
ADA280553

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People

  • Robert J. Mislevy

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  • Educational Testing Service

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  • Biomedical

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  • Acquisition
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Bayes Theorem
  • Cognitive Science
  • Computations
  • Computer Programs
  • Computer Science
  • Educational Psychology
  • Expert Systems
  • Military Research
  • Probability
  • Probability Distributions
  • Psychology
  • Reasoning
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Statistics
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  • Computer science

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  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • AI & ML
  • AI & ML - Bayesian Inference