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Expand/Collapse Question : What is computer adaptive testing (CAT)? ‎(1)
Expand/Collapse FAQ Type : Domain Framework ‎(1)
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Expand/Collapse FAQ Type : General ‎(3)
Expand/Collapse Question : How will the independent research projects tie into the PROMIS network projects? ‎(1)
Expand/Collapse Question : The PROMIS banks seem generic. Is there anything being done to cover targeted issues? ‎(1)
Expand/Collapse Question : What specific populations are being studied? ‎(1)
Expand/Collapse FAQ Type : Item Banks ‎(2)
Expand/Collapse Question : What is an item bank? ‎(1)
Expand/Collapse Question : What is an 'Item'? ‎(1)
Expand/Collapse FAQ Type : Item Response Theory (IRT) ‎(2)
Expand/Collapse Question : What is item response theory (IRT)? ‎(1)
Expand/Collapse Question : What kinds of IRT models are there? ‎(1)
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Expand/Collapse Question : Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT) Scores ‎(1)
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Expand/Collapse Question : How can I get involved if I want to help or be a participant in PROMIS? ‎(1)
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Expand/Collapse Question : Is NIH going to make us use it? ‎(1)

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  2. Bjorner, J.B., Kosinski, M., & Ware, J.E. (2005). Computerized adaptive testing and item banking. In Fayers, P.M., Hays, R.D. (eds.). Assessing Quality of Life. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
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