Abstract
Smoothed SIBTEST, a nonparametric DIF detection procedure, amalgamates SIBTEST and kernel-smoothed item response function estimation. This procedure assesses DIF as a function of the latent trait θ that the test is designed to measure. Smoothed SIBTEST estimates this Junction with increased efficiency, as compared to SIBTEST, while providing hypothesis tests of local and global DIF. By means of kernel smoothing, smoothed SIBTEST reduces noise in local DIF estimation while retaining SIBTEST’s reduction of group-ability-difference-induced DIF estimation bias via use of regression-corrected estimates of ability as design points in the kernel smoothing. By contrast with most nonparametric procedures, matched examinee score cells are not needed, so sparse cell problems are avoided. The performance of smoothed SIBTEST is studied via simulation and real data analysis.
Published Version
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
