Using Hierarchical Generalized Linear Modeling for Detection of Differential Item Functioning in a Polytomous Item Response Theory Framework: An Evaluation and Comparison with Generalized Mantel-Haenszel
In the field of education, decisions are influenced by the results of various high stakes measures. Investigating the presence of differential item functioning (DIF) in a set of items ensures that results from these measures are valid. For example, if an item measuring math self-efficacy is identifi...
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Digital Archive @ GSU
2008
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| Online Access: | http://digitalarchive.gsu.edu/eps_diss/21 http://digitalarchive.gsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1020&context=eps_diss |