Welcome to the Foundations of Educational Measurement course! This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, techniques, and applications of educational measurement. Throughout this course, students will explore the definition and purpose of educational measurement, basic concepts in measurement, principles of reliability and validity, various techniques and tools in educational measurement, and the application of measurement in workplace learning and development. Additionally, students will also gain insights into future perspectives in educational measurement, including emerging trends and the impact of technology on shaping educational measurement.
In the first part of the course, students will be introduced to the definition and purpose of educational measurement, as well as the importance of educational measurement in learning and development. They will also explore the basic concepts in educational measurement, including an overview of measurement, assessment, and evaluation, different types of educational measurement, and the roles of measurement in educational settings. Students will also delve into the principles of educational measurement, focusing on reliability, validity, fairness, and bias, and learn about various methods for estimating reliability and establishing validity. Furthermore, students will gain an understanding of the techniques and tools used in educational measurement, such as traditional methods, standardized tests, digital assessment tools, and portfolios. The course will also examine the application of educational measurement in workplace learning and development, including the role of measurement in employee training, professional development, and successful measurement strategies for workforce education. Finally, students will explore future perspectives in educational measurement, including emerging trends, the role of technology, and the impact of educational measurement on learning outcomes and educational policies.