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test theory

the body of theory underlying the interpretation and use of test scores. Of central concern is the concept of reliability—its definition and measurement. Theoretical frameworks include classical test theory, generalizability theory, and item response theory.

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level of analysis

level of analysis

the level chosen when examining a multilevel phenomenon, such as the individual (micro-) level, the group or organizational (meso-) level, or the societal (macro-) level.