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Psychometrics 804


 
Module code PSY 804
Qualification Postgraduate
Faculty Faculty of Humanities
Module content

This module will demonstrate the process of test development from the perspective of Classical Test Theory (CTT) and Item Response Theory (IRT). Students are introduced to measurement theory, which includes an overview of measurement philosophy, true score theory, reliability, validity, item selection and use of statistical software. The specific IRT model constitutes the Rasch model allowing inspection of item fit, multidimensionality, bias, and related topics. Students are introduced to Winsteps and related software to enable them to do item calibration and IRT analysis. A brief introduction to how multidimensionality of tests can be assessed with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) will also be included. 
Module credits 10.00
NQF Level 09
Prerequisites DS (Research Psychology)
Contact time 1 lecture per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Department Psychology
Period of presentation Year
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