Education 736 - Item Response Theory
Fall
2026
01
3.00
Lisa Keller
W 12:20PM 2:50PM
UMass Amherst
19987
Furcolo Room N113
lkeller@educ.umass.edu
Introduction to modern test theory, often called item response theory. Topics include shortcomings of classical models and methods, basic concepts and item response theory models, parameter estimation, goodness of fit procedures, and specific applications including test development, detection of biased test items, test score equating, large-scale assessment, score reporting, and computer-adaptive testing. Prerequisite: Educ 735.
Pre Req: EDUC 555