Incomplete paired comparisons in case of multiple choice and general log-concave probability density functions
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DOI: 10.1007/s10100-018-0568-1
Abstract: A scoring method based on paired comparison allowing multiple choice is investigated. We allow general log-concave probability density functions for the random variables describing the difference of the objects. This case involves Bradley–Terry models and… read more here.
Keywords: general log; case; probability density; concave probability ... See more keywords
A hybrid approach for automatic generation of named entity distractors for multiple choice questions
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DOI: 10.1007/s10639-018-9814-3
Abstract: Assessment plays an important role in learning and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) are quite popular in large-scale evaluations. Technology-enabled learning necessitates a smart assessment. Therefore, automatic MCQ generation became increasingly popular in the last two… read more here.
Keywords: entity distractors; choice questions; generation; named entity ... See more keywords
Variational Bayesian inference for the multiple-choice DINA model
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DOI: 10.1007/s41237-020-00104-w
Abstract: In this study, a fully Bayesian formulation has been proposed for the multiple-choice item version of the deterministic input noisy “AND” gate (MC-DINA) model, which represents a cognitive diagnostic model for extracting information from multiple-choice… read more here.
Keywords: variational bayesian; dina model; choice; multiple choice ... See more keywords
Shying away from demanding tasks? Experimental evidence on gender differences in answering multiple-choice questions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.econedurev.2017.06.005
Abstract: Access to higher education is one important prerequisite for later employment possibilities. Often access is regulated inter alia by multiple-choice entrance exams. The application of this testing format is problematic if it favors the answering… read more here.
Keywords: choice questions; away demanding; choice; shying away ... See more keywords
Are Multiple Choice Questions for Post Graduate Dental Entrance Examinations Spot On?-Item Analysis of MCQs in Prosthodontics in India.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jnma.2017.11.001
Abstract: BACKGROUND Construction of appropriate test items is a challenge in preparing quality multiple choice questions. Item analysis provides valuable feedback data on validity of multiple choice questions. The present study was conducted to evaluate the… read more here.
Keywords: item analysis; choice questions; entrance; multiple choice ... See more keywords
Grapevine quality: A multiple choice issue
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scienta.2017.12.035
Abstract: Abstract Over decades, the concept of grape quality has evolved emphasizing its multidisciplinary nature and that the same “desired quality” might correspond to even strikingly different compositional patterns. The review takes a long journey throughout… read more here.
Keywords: quality multiple; quality; grape; grapevine quality ... See more keywords
[Is the formal quality of multiple choice questions used for continuing medical education influenced by guidelines for authors provided by the publishing houses?]
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DOI: 10.1016/j.zefq.2017.03.015
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The widespread use of flawed multiple choice questions (MCQs) in continuing medical education (CME) has been demonstrated in different studies. In recent years, quality control measures have been established by some German publishing houses… read more here.
Keywords: guidelines authors; quality; medical education; continuing medical ... See more keywords
Assessing understanding of relative clauses: a comparison of multiple-choice comprehension versus sentence repetition*
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DOI: 10.1017/s0305000916000635
Abstract: Abstract Although sentence repetition is considered a reliable measure of children's grammatical knowledge, few studies have directly compared children's sentence repetition performance with their understanding of grammatical structures. The current study aimed to compare children's… read more here.
Keywords: comprehension; sentence repetition; multiple choice; sentence ... See more keywords
Empirical Option Weights Improve the Validity of a Multiple-Choice Knowledge Test
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DOI: 10.1027/1015-5759/a000295
Abstract: Standard dichotomous scoring of multiple-choice test items grants no partial credit for partial knowledge. Empirical option weighting is an alternative, polychotomous scoring method that uses the point-biserial correlation between option choices and total score as… read more here.
Keywords: option; knowledge; test; multiple choice ... See more keywords
Stability of Speech Intelligibility Measures Over Repeated Sampling Times in Speakers With Acquired Apraxia of Speech.
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DOI: 10.1044/2020_ajslp-20-00135
Abstract: Purpose The purpose of this investigation was to measure the test-retest stability of single-word intelligibility in a group of 28 speakers with chronic apraxia of speech and aphasia. Method The Assessment of Intelligibility of Dysarthric… read more here.
Keywords: sampling times; stability; speech; multiple choice ... See more keywords
Sure, or unsure? Measuring students’ confidence and the potential impact on patient safety in multiple-choice questions
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DOI: 10.1080/0142159x.2017.1362103
Abstract: Abstract Background: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) provide useful information about correct and incorrect answers, but they do not offer information about students’ confidence. Methods: Ninety and another 81 medical students participated each in a curricular neurology… read more here.
Keywords: students confidence; confidence; impact; choice questions ... See more keywords