The Debate on Shortened
Psychometric Tests
Anastasi and Urbina assert that
item analysis employed properly may actually increase a test’s reliability and
validity even when the test is shortened from its original form. In this
assignment, you will debate this notion.
Use the following information to
ensure successful completion of the assignment:
• This assignment uses a grading
rubric. use the rubric to guide your completion of the assignment.
• Prepare this assignment
according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the
Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
In a paper of 1250-1,500 words,
present a brief debate of the notion that using item analysis allows tests to
be shortened while reliability and validity are improved. Use the following
format for your debate:
1. Overview of the issue
2. Arguments in favor
3. Arguments against
4. Conclusion
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Research Citations (In-text citations for paraphrasing |
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