Diagnostic Classification Models

Course Description

Philosophy of diagnostics models, DINA/DINO model, RUM, Log-Linear Cognitive Diagnosis Model, Test Construction, Estimation of Diagnostic Models, Application of Diagnostic Models. Prerequisite: ERM 769.

Syllabus

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

  • Understand the basic assumptions and conditions for the use of Diagnostic Classification Models.
  • Differentiate the uses for and understand the different types of models.
  • Analyze the mathematical models used for diagnostic classification models and their assumptions.
  • Evaluate the appropriate uses for each of the different mathematical models.
  • Interpret the results from a diagnostic classification computer analyses.
  • Evaluate the fit of a diagnostic model when fitting these models to data sets of examinee responses to a set of questions such as an exam.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure Percentage/Points
Assignments and presentations 70%
Project with presentation 30%

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance/participation is not a graded component included in the student's final grade for this course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

No course materials are required.

Scholarly Perspectives

This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.