Applications of Rasch Measurement in Learning Environments Research

Front Matter....Pages i-xii
Front Matter....Pages 1-1
The Utility of Rasch Measurement for Learning Environments Research....Pages 3-15
Front Matter....Pages 17-17
High Stakes State-Wide Testing of the Learning Environment Outcomes....Pages 19-43
A Rasch Analysis of the Astronaut Invented Spelling Test....Pages 45-75
Applying a Rasch Model Distractor Analysis....Pages 77-100
Establishing the Validity of Rating Scale Instrumentation in Learning Environment Investigations....Pages 101-117
Rasch Modelling of a Scale that Explores the Take-Up of Physics Among School Students from the Perspective of Teachers....Pages 119-139
Comparative Pairs Marking Supports Authentic Assessment of Practical Performance Within Constructivist Learning Environments....Pages 141-180
Comparative Pairs Marking Supports Authentic Assessment of Practical Performance Within Constructivist Learning Environments....Pages 181-206
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The Gifted Classroom Satisfaction Questionnaire....Pages 209-223
An Investigation of Differential Need for Psychological Services Across Learning Environments....Pages 225-241
Evaluating Tertiary Students’ Perceptions of the English Teaching Assistants’ Role in Teaching and Learning....Pages 243-258
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Secondary School Students’ Engagement in Learning Japanese as a Second Language....Pages 261-280
The Engagement in Classroom Learning of Year 10 and 11 Western Australian Students....Pages 281-300
Measuring Cognitive Development in Early Childhood Learning Environments....Pages 301-324
Back Matter....Pages 325-327