Using Process Data to Assess Item Readability Impact on Accessibility Feature Usage

• In Event: Process Data

Abstract

Using process data from the NAEP G8 Math assessment, this study explored the relationship between item readability and accessibility feature usage. Using a random-effects approach, we found that more complex text was associated with varying usage of certain accessibility features, with significant differential effects for students with disabilities.

Authors

• Adam Hearn, American Institutes for Research

• Burhan Ogut, AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEAR

• Ruhan Circi, AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH