Validity for Distinct Educational Testing Applications: Tough Questions That Matter Now

Session Type: Invited Speaker Session

Abstract

As a special session presented by the Test Validity Research and Evaluation SIG, distinguished researchers and professionals will participate in a structured Q&A about challenging topics in contemporary practice and theory. In particular, the session will highlight potential differences in ideal or practical implementation of validity theory across a range of educational testing contexts, such as within classroom assessment or broad accountability systems. The session format is a moderated conversation combining questions submitted in advance by members of the SIG and questions asked in person by attendees. Anyone with interest in contemporary validity theory is welcome.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Test Validity Research and Evaluation

Chair

• Carina McCormick, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Participants

• Kathleen Marie Flanagan, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

• Brian Gong, Center for Assessment

• Leanne R. Ketterlin-Geller, Southern Methodist University

• Bruno D. Zumbo, The University of British Columbia

Discussant

• Pooja Shivraj, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology