Introduction to Item Response Theory Models and Applications

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to item response theory (IRT) models and their applications in assessment/testing. It uses graphics and simulated data sets to explain the basics and covers commonly used models for dichotomous and polytomous items. It is an essential resource for instructors, students, and testing professionals in statistics, psychometrics, and measurement theory.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 166 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive guide provides a thorough introduction to item response theory (IRT) models and their diverse applications in assessment and testing. Written in a user-friendly style, it assumes minimal mathematical background and employs a blend of graphics and simulated data sets to facilitate a smooth understanding of the material. The book covers the fundamental concepts necessary to gain a solid foundation in IRT, including the description of commonly used models for items scored on dichotomous and polytomous scales. Each chapter delves into a specific model in detail, followed by a chapter that offers step-by-step instructions and illustrations for applying these models to real-world scenarios.

Ideal for instructors, advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students in statistics, psychometrics, and measurement theory, as well as testing professionals, this book serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of IRT and its practical applications.

Weight: 362g
Dimension: 178 x 253 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367471019