scholarly journals PENGUJIAN KEMAMPUAN MENGINTERPRETASIKAN GRAFIK KINEMATIKA CALON GURU FISIKA: THE POLYTOMOUS RASCH ANALYSIS

Author(s):  
Unang Purwana ◽  
Dadi Rusdiana ◽  
Winny Liliawati

ABSTRAKKemampuan interpretasi grafik merupakan kemampuan yang sangat penting dan kunci utama dalam memahami materi kinematika dan materi fisika lanjutan. Namun kemampuan interpretasi grafik materi kinematika mahasiswa calon guru masih rendah. Tujuan penelitian ini menguji kemampuan membaca dan menginterpretasikan grafik kinematika calon guru dengan analisis polytomous rasch model. Instrumen terdiri dari empat soal uraian menyajikan grafik kinematika. Tes diberikan ke 20 mahasiswa calon guru, terdiri dari 14 perempuan dan 6 laki-laki. Metode yang digunakan survei deskriptif kuantitatif dengan analisis menggunakan rasch model dengan data politomi. Hasil yang diperoleh nilai reliabilitas 0,58 kategori lemah, tingkat kesukaran untuk 3 soal dalam kategori sukar dan satu soal kategori mudah, daya pembeda berkategori sangat baik untuk seluruh soal. Kemampuan membaca dan menginterpretasikan grafik kinematika secara keseluruhan cukup baik. Kesimpulannya instrumen dan analisis yang digunakan dapat menguji kemampuan menginterpretasikan grafik kinematika calon guru. Kata kunci: interpretasi; grafik, kinematika; polytomous rasch. ABSTRACTThe ability to interpret graphs is a very important ability and the main key in understanding kinematics and advanced physics materials. However, the ability to interpret graphs of prospective teachers is still low. The purpose of this study is to test the ability to read and interpret the kinematic graphs of prospective teachers using polytomous rasch model analysis. The instrument consists of four essay questions presenting a kinematic graph. The test was given to 20 prospective teachers, consisting of 14 females and 6 males. The method used is quantitative descriptive survey with analysis using the rasch model with polytomous data. The results obtained were the reliability value of 0.58 in the weak category, the level of difficulty for 3 questions in the difficult category and one question in the easy category, the distinguishing power was very good for all the questions. The overall ability to read and interpret kinematics graphs is quite good. In conclusion, the instruments and analysis used can test the ability to interpret the prospective teacher's kinematics graph. Keywords: interpretation; graph; kinematics; polytomous.

2013 ◽  
Vol 93 (11) ◽  
pp. 1507-1519 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clayon B. Hamilton ◽  
Bert M. Chesworth

Background The original 20-item Upper Extremity Functional Index (UEFI) has not undergone Rasch validation. Objective The purpose of this study was to determine whether Rasch analysis supports the UEFI as a measure of a single construct (ie, upper extremity function) and whether a Rasch-validated UEFI has adequate reproducibility for individual-level patient evaluation. Design This was a secondary analysis of data from a repeated-measures study designed to evaluate the measurement properties of the UEFI over a 3-week period. Methods Patients (n=239) with musculoskeletal upper extremity disorders were recruited from 17 physical therapy clinics across 4 Canadian provinces. Rasch analysis of the UEFI measurement properties was performed. If the UEFI did not fit the Rasch model, misfitting patients were deleted, items with poor response structure were corrected, and misfitting items and redundant items were deleted. The impact of differential item functioning on the ability estimate of patients was investigated. Results A 15-item modified UEFI was derived to achieve fit to the Rasch model where the total score was supported as a measure of upper extremity function only. The resultant UEFI-15 interval-level scale (0–100, worst to best state) demonstrated excellent internal consistency (person separation index=0.94) and test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient [2,1]=.95). The minimal detectable change at the 90% confidence interval was 8.1. Limitations Patients who were ambidextrous or bilaterally affected were excluded to allow for the analysis of differential item functioning due to limb involvement and arm dominance. Conclusion Rasch analysis did not support the validity of the 20-item UEFI. However, the UEFI-15 was a valid and reliable interval-level measure of a single dimension: upper extremity function. Rasch analysis supports using the UEFI-15 in physical therapist practice to quantify upper extremity function in patients with musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremity.


2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (04) ◽  
pp. 224-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roxanne Maritz ◽  
Alan Tennant ◽  
Carolina Saskia Fellinghauer ◽  
Gerold Stucki ◽  
Birgit Prodinger ◽  
...  

Abstract Background The Extended Barthel Index (EBI), consisting of the original Barthel Index plus 6 cognitive items, provides a tool to monitor patients’ outcomes in rehabilitation. Whether the EBI provides a unidimensional metric, thus can be reported as a valid sum-score, remains to be examined. Objective To examine whether the EBI can be reported as unidimensional interval-scaled metric for neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Methods Rasch analysis of a calibration sample of 800 cases from neurological or musculoskeletal rehabilitation in 2016 in Switzerland. Results In the baseline analysis no fit to the Rasch Model was achieved. When accommodating local dependencies with a testlet approach satisfactory fit to the Rasch Model was achieved, and an interval scale transformation table was created. Conclusion The results support the reporting of adapted EBI total scores for both rehabilitation groups by applying the interval scaled transformation table presented in this study.


2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 579-593
Author(s):  
Sergio L. Peral ◽  
Madelyn Geldenhuys

A Rasch validation was performed on the Tims, Bakker, and Derks’s Job Crafting Scale (JCS) in the South African working context. The JCS, which has been linked to employee well-being and career-related outcomes, continues to be the most widely used measure of job crafting behavior. Data obtained from the JCS generally showed good fit to the Rasch model. Four items were flagged during the analysis for displaying misfit (1 item) or differential item functioning (3 items), warranting further research attention. The study disclosed the dimensionality of the JCS, the hierarchical ordering and fit of the items, the functionality of the response format, and the ability of the JCS to measure invariantly across men and women, yielding new and interesting insights into the psychometric properties of the scale. The study contributes to research concerning the validity of the JCS in a non-European context, particularly through the use of Rasch analysis as a validation technique.


2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (3-2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samah Ali Mohsen Mofreh ◽  
Mohamed Najib Abul Gafar ◽  
Abdul Hafidz Hj Omar ◽  
Adibah Abdul Latif ◽  
Dayang Hjh Tiawa Awg Hj Hamid

This study aims to explore a set of items measuring the lecturers’ teaching practice for developing a true scale of teaching practice. Rasch Model is applied to produce specific measurements on the lecturers’ teaching practice in order to generalize results and inferential studies. The items proved to measure a single dimension of lecturers’ teaching practice. The developed instrument termed LTP covers five dimensions. Construct validity was achieved through the Rasch Model Analysis using the dimensionality, item fit, and item polarity parameters. The reliability of the instrument was achieved by conducting person and item separation analysis, Cronbach alpha, and calculated person and item reliability estimates. The results of Rasch Model Analysis show that the items of LTP fit the model appropriately.


2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 147-157
Author(s):  
Untung Desy Purnamasari ◽  
Badrun Kartowagiran

Chemistry is one of the subjects taught in high school. To find out and assess students' understanding regarding chemistry subjects in one semester can be proven by a test. The tests used must have good quality. This study aims to provide information about the characteristics of chemical items test using the Rasch model. Descriptive explorative was used in this study. The subject of the study were tenth grade students in Xaverius Senior High School taken the final semester examination on chemistry subject. The object of this research were  the form of item tests and student answer sheets. Data collection techniques used documentation. Student answer sheets were analyzed using the R program. The results showed that the reliability of the item tests was 0.3 to 0.54 or medium category. Subsequently acquired a good level of difficulty about which amounted to 28 items. In addition, the average student ability is 0.008 with a minimum ability of -2.309 and a maximum of 2.233. ICC and IIC obtained are very accurate in predicting students' abilities. Chemicals items used in the final semester examination  can be used by teachers as a item bank for use in the evaluation of students' abilities. However, there are two items that need to be revised level of difficulty to produce a good question.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Montana Buntragulpoontawee ◽  
Jeeranan Khunachiva ◽  
Patreeya Euawongyarti ◽  
Nahathai Wongpakaran ◽  
Tinakon Wongpakaran ◽  
...  

Abstract Background: This study investigated the ArmA-TH measurement properties based on item response theory, using the Rasch model. Methods: Patients with upper limb hemiplegia resulting from cerebrovascular and other brain disorders were asked to completed the ArmA-TH questionnaire. Rasch analysis was performed to test how well the ArmA-TH passive and active function sub-scales fit the Rasch model by investigating unidimensionality, response category functioning, reliability of the person and item, and differential item functioning (DIF) for age, sex and education. Results: Participants had stroke or other acquired brain injury (n=185) and the majority were men 126(68.1%), with a mean age of 55(SD 22). Most patients 91(49.2%) graduated elementary/primary school. For the ArmA-TH passive function scale, all items had acceptable fit statistics. The scale’s unidimensionality, and local independence were supported. The reliability was acceptable. Disordered threshold was found in five items, none was DIF. For the ArmA-TH active function scale, one item was misfitting and three were locally dependent. The reliability was good. DIF was not found. All items had disordered thresholds, and data fitted the Rasch model better after rescoring.Conclusions: Both sub-scales of ArmA-TH fitted the Rasch model, and are valid and reliable. The disordered thresholds should be further investigated.


BMC Neurology ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Leire Ambrosio ◽  
Carmen Rodriguez-Blazquez ◽  
Alba Ayala ◽  
Maria João Forjaz

Abstract Background Neurologists play an essential role in facilitating the patient’s process of living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Living with Chronic Illness Scale-PD (LW-CI-PD) is a unique available clinical tool that evaluates how the patient is living with PD. The objective of the study was to analyse the LW-CI-PD properties according to the Rasch model. Methods An open, international, cross-sectional study was carried out in 324 patients with Parkinson’s disease from four Latin American countries and Spain. Psychometric properties of the LW-CI-PD were tested using Rasch analysis: fit to the Rasch model, item local independency, unidimensionality, reliability, and differential item functioning by age and gender. Results Original LW-CI-PD do not fit Rasch model. Modifications emerged included simplifying the response scale and deleting misfit items, the dimensions Acceptance, Coping and Integration showed a satisfactory fit to the Rasch model, with reliability indices greater than 0.70. The dimensions Self-management and Adjustment to the disease did not reach fit to the Rasch model. Conclusion Suggestions for improving the LW-CI-PD include a multidimensional and shorter scale with 12 items grouped in three subscales with a simpler response scheme. The final LW-CI-PD Scale version is a reliable scale, with good internal construct validity, that provides Rasch transformed results on linear metric scale.


2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (13-14) ◽  
pp. 2388-2395
Author(s):  
Rebecca F Berenbon

The Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS) is a widely used measure of discrimination. Rasch analysis was used to examine the psychometric properties of the EDS based on a national sample ( N = 2666). Items largely fit the Rasch model and yielded excellent separation and item reliability. However, severe floor effects were observed. Implications are discussed for use of the scale in populations that experience low levels of discrimination. An ordinal-to-interval conversion table for the EDS is also provided.


2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 242-246 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer L. Hunnicutt ◽  
Brittany N. Hand ◽  
Chris M. Gregory ◽  
Harris S. Slone ◽  
Michelle M. McLeod ◽  
...  

Background: Measurement properties of the short form of the Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS-JR) are not established in individuals after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). The purpose of this study was to determine the extent to which the KOOS-JR measures the construct of knee health in individuals post-ACLR using Rasch analysis. Hypothesis: The KOOS-JR will fit the Rasch model, but significant ceiling effects will be present. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Level of Evidence: Level 3. Methods: Rasch analysis of the KOOS-JR from 166 individuals 10 months post-ACLR was conducted. Unidimensionality, a key criterion of the Rasch model, was evaluated using confirmatory factor analysis. Model fit of the rating scale, items, and persons were evaluated. Mean square fit statistics ≥1.6 and standardized z-scores ≥2.0 were indicative of person or item misfit. Additionally, reliability indicators including person reliability and separation indices were examined. Results: The KOOS-JR fit the criteria of unidimensionality. All items demonstrated model fit; however, ceiling effects were noted (n = 36; 22%). Person reliability was low (0.47). Calculation of person strata revealed that the KOOS-JR did not separate participants into more than 1 stratum. The mean person measure was 3.56 logits higher than the mean item measure, indicating that this sample is skewed toward increased knee health. Conclusion: Although the KOOS-JR represented a unidimensional construct with items and persons fitting the Rasch model, several limitations were noted: ceiling effects, low person reliability, and poor person differentiation. Ceiling effects indicate that many individuals in this sample experienced better knee health than the KOOS-JR items were able to measure. Clinical Relevance: Evaluating the measurement properties of the KOOS-JR is necessary to determine its clinical value in sports medicine. In later stages after ACLR recovery, administration of the KOOS-JR may not be adequate.


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