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Applications of Rasch Measurement in Learning Environments Research

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  • © 2011

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Editors:
  1. Robert F. Cavanagh

    1. Curtin University of Technology, Bentley, Australia

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  2. Russell F. Waugh

    1. Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia

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  • Written by experts, Gives a modern approach, Comprehensive in Scope

Part of the book series: Advances in Learning Environments Research (ALER, volume 2)

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Table of contents (14 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xii
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  2. The Utility of Rasch Measurement for the Learning Environment

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
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    2. The Utility of Rasch Measurement for Learning Environments Research

      • Robert F. Cavanagh, Russell F. Waugh
      Pages 3-15

  3. Assessment and Development in the Learning Environment

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 17-17
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    2. High Stakes State-Wide Testing of the Learning Environment Outcomes

      • Jessica M. Elderfield, Russell F. Waugh
      Pages 19-43

    3. A Rasch Analysis of the Astronaut Invented Spelling Test

      • Roslyn Neilson, Russell F. Waugh, Deslea Konza
      Pages 45-75

    4. Applying a Rasch Model Distractor Analysis

      • Asrijanty Asril, Ida Marais
      Pages 77-100

    5. Establishing the Validity of Rating Scale Instrumentation in Learning Environment Investigations

      • Rob F. Cavanagh
      Pages 101-117

    6. Rasch Modelling of a Scale that Explores the Take-Up of Physics Among School Students from the Perspective of Teachers

      • Pey-Tee Oon, R. Subramaniam
      Pages 119-139

    7. Comparative Pairs Marking Supports Authentic Assessment of Practical Performance Within Constructivist Learning Environments

      • Paul Newhouse
      Pages 141-180

    8. Comparative Pairs Marking Supports Authentic Assessment of Practical Performance Within Constructivist Learning Environments

      • Rebecca Walker, Sarah Hopkins, Stephen Houghton
      Pages 181-206

  4. Perceptions of the Learning Environment

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 207-207
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    2. The Gifted Classroom Satisfaction Questionnaire

      • Emma Tomkinson, Stephen Humphry
      Pages 209-223

    3. An Investigation of Differential Need for Psychological Services Across Learning Environments

      • Adrian Young, Robert F. Cavanagh
      Pages 225-241

    4. Evaluating Tertiary Students’ Perceptions of the English Teaching Assistants’ Role in Teaching and Learning

      • Sivanes Phillipson
      Pages 243-258

  5. Cognition and Development in the Learning Environment

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 259-259
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    2. Secondary School Students’ Engagement in Learning Japanese as a Second Language

      • Yuko Asano-Cavanagh, Robert F. Cavanagh
      Pages 261-280

    3. The Engagement in Classroom Learning of Year 10 and 11 Western Australian Students

      • Penelope Kennish, Robert F. Cavanagh
      Pages 281-300

    4. Measuring Cognitive Development in Early Childhood Learning Environments

      • Claire Maley, Trevor G. Bond
      Pages 301-324

  6. Back Matter

    Pages 325-327
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About this book

Major advances in creating linear measures in education and the social sciences, particularly in regard to Rasch measurement, have occurred in the past 15 years, along with major advances in computer power. These have been combined so that the Rasch Unidimensional Measurement Model (RUMM) and the WINSTEPS computer programs now do statistical calculations and produce graphical outputs with very fast switching times. These programs help researchers produce unidimensional, linear scales from which valid inferences can be made by calculating person measures and item difficulties on the same linear scale, with supporting evidence. These computer programs are now available to all Learning Environment researchers. This book includes 13 Learning Environment research papers using Rasch measurement applied at the forefront of education with an international flavour. The contents of the papers relate to: (1) high stakes numeracy testing in Western Australia; (2) early English literacy in New South Wales; (3) the Indonesian Scholastic Aptitude Test; (4) validity in Learning Environment investigations; (5) factors influencing the take-up of Physics in Singapore; (6) state-wide authentic assessment for Years 11-12; (7) talented and gifted student perceptions of the learning environment; (8) disorganisation in the classroom; (9) psychological services in learning environments; (10) English teaching assistant roles in Hong Kong; (11) learning Japanese as a second language; (12) engagement in classroom learning; and (13) early cognitive development in children. This book would be of interest to all educators and educational administrators, to Learning Environment researchers and PhD students, and should be available in all university libraries where the universities have education schools or faculties. –Russell Waugh-

Editors and Affiliations

  • Curtin University of Technology, Bentley, Australia

    Robert F. Cavanagh

  • Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia

    Russell F. Waugh

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