by It Depends: Understanding Psychometrics for Testing + Assessment
This podcast makes the complex world of psychometrics easy to understand. Tim Burnett and Dr. Amanda Dainis mix their deep knowledge with a bit of fun, aiming to make the topic enjoyable for everyone. They explore how tests are made and their real-life uses, inviting listeners to join the conversation. Whether you're new to psychometrics or already know a lot, this podcast has something for you. A Podcasting Member of the Test Community.Network
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April 21, 2026
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November 29, 2024
Dr. Amanda Dainis and Tim Burnett explore the differences between criterion referenced, norm referenced, CAT, and LOFT testing, offering insights into effective assessment implementation.
September 20, 2024
<p>This episode of the It Depends Podcast compares online proctoring and test centres for assessment delivery. Amanda and Tim explore the advantages and challenges of both methods, discussing candidate experience, technology reliability, security concerns, and cost factors. They debate the misconceptions surrounding each approach and emphasise the importance of considering an organisation's specific needs and budget constraints. The conversation also touches on future trends, including the impact of AI and the likelihood of both methods coexisting to meet diverse testing requirements. Overall, the episode highlights that the choice between online invigilation and test centres often "depends" on various factors unique to each testing programme.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Key questions answered:</p> <p>Which method is preferred or better for candidates?</p> <p>How do the security concerns compare between online proctoring and test centers?</p> <p>What does the future hold for online proctoring and test centers?</p> <p><br></p> <p>Topic Keywords:</p> <p>Proctoring, Invigilation, Item banking, Psychometrics, Certification, Security, Cheating, Accessibility, Test centers</p> <p><br></p> <p>Bonus Question: What is the future of online proctoring and test centres.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Find the answer here: https://www.testcommunity.network/podcast-it-depends</p> <p><br></p> <p>Register for Office Hours with Amanda Dainis and Company here: https://www.dainisco.com/</p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with us:</p> <p>Amanda Dainis, PhD, MPA https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-dainis-phd-mpa-012b94119/</p> <p><br></p> <p>Tim Burnett https://www.linkedin.com/in/tburnett/</p> <p><br></p> <p>Ask a question: https://www.testcommunity.network/podcast-it-depends</p>
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This podcast makes the complex world of psychometrics easy to understand. Tim Burnett and Dr. Amanda Dainis mix their deep knowledge with a bit of fun, aiming to make the topic enjoyable for everyone. They explore how tests are made and their real-life uses, inviting listeners to join the conversation. Whether you're new to psychometrics or already know a lot, this podcast has something for you.
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