Developing a Diagnostic Criterion-Referenced Mathematics Test in Solving Equations Using the Attribute Hierarchy Method

Abstract

Abstract The study aimed at developing a criterion test for solving equations systems according to the strategy of hierarchical constructive analysis for 10th-grade students. A diagnostic test was developed, consisting of 46 items distributed to six sub-skills. The test was administrated to 390 10th grade students in Irbid, were male 184, Jordan. The validity, reliability of the test, the validity, and efficiency of hierarchical construction of solving equations were verified. The study results revealed that the test might be good for diagnosing purposes in solving quadratic equations. The researcher suggested recommendations to universities, schools, and measurement centers to use this strategy in different subjects and apply the test to students. Keywords: Diagnostic Criterion-Referenced Test, hierarchical model, cognitive diagnostic model, attribute hierarchy method, solving systems of equations.