Pilot Testing, Exam Security, and the ILE (Q3 2024)-Pilot Testing, Exam Security, and the ILE Article

Pilot Testing, Exam Security, and the ILE Article

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The article discusses the importance of statistical data in maintaining the integrity and security of the International Licensing Examination for Hearing Healthcare Professionals (ILE). It explains the process of pilot testing for exam items to ensure relevance and accuracy. Statistical analysis is used to evaluate both pilot and scored items, with flagged items undergoing review by the ILE Committee. The data from test takers' responses is analyzed to assess item difficulty, correlation, and response time. The document also highlights the use of statistics for monitoring exam health and detecting potential breaches of exam content. Health Check Reports produced by Alpine Testing Solutions provide insights into item and form analyses, as well as security checks. The article emphasizes the rigorous measures taken to prevent cheating, including thorough investigations guided by legal counsel. Test takers are advised to approach each question seriously and adhere to the Competency Model while taking the exam. The article concludes by stressing the role of data and statistics in upholding the validity and fairness of the ILE, inviting industry professionals to engage with the exam development process by joining the ILE Committee.

Keywords

statistical data

International Licensing Examination

hearing healthcare

pilot testing

item analysis

exam security

Health Check Reports

Alpine Testing Solutions

Competency Model

ILE Committee