The dependence on mathematical theory in TIMSS, PISA and TIMSS Advanced test items and its relation to student achievement

The dependence on mathematical theory in TIMSS, PISA and TIMSS Advanced test items and its relation to student achievement

Abstract Background This paper discusses a framework for analyzing the dependence on mathematical theory in test items, that is, a framework for discussing to what extent knowledge of mathematical theory is helpful for the student in solving the item. The framework can be applied to any test in whic...

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Main Authors: Arne Hole, Liv Sissel Grønmo, Torgeir Onstad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2018-05-01
Series:Large-scale Assessments in Education
Subjects:
Mathematical theory
Mathematical competencies
Mathematics education
Physics education
Large-scale assessments
Item categorization
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40536-018-0055-0

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