Construct Bias Quiz & Flashcards

Study Notes

Test Bias Overview

Test bias refers to systematic errors in test measurement that disadvantage certain groups, leading to unfair assessments of abilities or traits.
Bias can manifest in ways that do not accurately reflect an individual's true performance or potential, disproportionately affecting specific populations.

Meaning of 'Group' in Test Bias

In the context of test bias, 'group' typically refers to categories such as race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, or other demographic variables that can influence test outcomes.

Forms of Test Bias

Test bias has two primary forms:
- Construct Bias: Occurs when a test measures different constructs for different groups, leading to invalid conclusions about abilities or traits across groups.
- Predictive Bias: Refers to discrepancies in the test's ability to predict future performance for different groups, where predictions may be less accurate for some groups than for others.

Procedures for Identifying Test Score Bias

There are two main categories of procedures used to identify test score bias:
- Statistical Procedures: Involve mathematical techniques to analyze test scores and detect significant differences between groups.
- Comparative Procedures: Include qualitative assessments and comparisons of test items to evaluate if test content is culturally or contextually biased.

Mean Scores and Test Score Bias

A difference in mean scores between two groups on a test does not automatically indicate test score bias; such differences may arise from legitimate disparities in ability, preparation, or other factors.

Description

"Uncovering Test Bias: Are Your Assessments Fair?" Take this quiz to learn about the concept of test bias and how it can impact the validity and reliability of your assessments. Test your knowledge on the different types of bias and explore strategies to minimize their effects. Keywords: test bias, psychometrics, assessment, validity, reliability, systematic variances.