Applications of Bayesian Decision Theory to Sequential Mastery Testing

The purpose of this paper is to formulate optimal sequential rules for mastery tests. The framework for the approach is derived from Bayesian sequential decision theory. Both a threshold and linear loss structure are considered. The binomial probability distribution is adopted as the psychometric mo...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of Educational and Behavioral Statistics. - SAGE Publishing, 1976. - 24(1999), 3, Seite 271-292
1. Verfasser: Vos, Hans J. (VerfasserIn)
Format: Online-Aufsatz
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: 1999
Zugriff auf das übergeordnete Werk:Journal of Educational and Behavioral Statistics
Schlagworte:Bayesian decision theory Beta-binomial model Dynamic programming Monotonicity conditions Sequential mastery testing Behavioral sciences Education Mathematics Health sciences