Statistical approaches to measurement invariance

This book reviews the statistical procedures used to detect measurement bias. Measurement bias is examined from a general latent variable perspective so as to accommodate different forms of testing in a variety of contexts including cognitive or clinical variables, attitudes, personality dimensions,...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Millsap, Roger Ellis (-)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : Routledge c2011.
Edición:1st ed
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Sumario:This book reviews the statistical procedures used to detect measurement bias. Measurement bias is examined from a general latent variable perspective so as to accommodate different forms of testing in a variety of contexts including cognitive or clinical variables, attitudes, personality dimensions, or emotional states. Measurement models that underlie psychometric practice are described, including their strengths and limitations. Practical strategies and examples for dealing with bias detection are provided throughout.The book begins with an introduction to the general topic,
Notas:Description based upon print version of record.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (359 p.)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
ISBN:9781136761119
9781136761126
9780203821961