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Measurement and Evaluation in Education

Ege University
Izmir , Turkey
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Degree
PhD
Major
Educational Psychology | Statistics
Area of study
Education | Mathematics and Statistics
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview

Program Overview

The Doctoral Program in Educational Measurement and Evaluation at Ege University is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of educational measurement and evaluation.


Establishment

The program was established in 2021.


Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are awarded a doctoral degree in Educational Measurement and Evaluation.


Program Duration

The program lasts for 4 years, consisting of 8 semesters.


Total Credits

The program requires a total of 240 ECTS credits.


Program Level

The program is classified as a doctoral program, corresponding to Level 8 of the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).


ISCED-F Code

The program's ISCED-F code is 8, indicating a doctoral program.


Degree Level

The degree awarded is a doctoral degree.


Admission and Registration Requirements

To be admitted to the program, applicants must hold a master's degree in a relevant field, such as Educational Measurement and Evaluation, Teacher Training and Educational Sciences, Psychology, Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Sciences. Additionally, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 70 and a minimum score of 60 on the ALES exam, as well as a minimum score of 55 on a language proficiency exam, such as YDS, E-YDS, or YOKDIL.


Recognition of Prior Learning

The program recognizes prior learning, including formal, informal, and non-formal education. Applicants with a bachelor's or master's degree and relevant work experience may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.


Program Profile

The program aims to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in educational measurement and evaluation, including the development of measurement tools, evaluation of educational programs, and research methods.


Graduation Requirements

To graduate from the program, students must complete a minimum of 240 ECTS credits, including coursework, a seminar, and a doctoral dissertation. Students must also pass a proficiency exam and defend their dissertation.


Course Plan

The program consists of 8 semesters, with a total of 240 ECTS credits. The course plan includes:


  • 1st Semester:
    • Research Methods and Ethics (6 ECTS)
    • Psychometric Theory (6 ECTS)
    • Item Response Theory (6 ECTS)
    • Educational Measurement and Evaluation SDG1 (elective)
  • 2nd Semester:
    • Variance Analysis and Generalizability Theory (6 ECTS)
    • Classroom Assessment and Large-Scale Testing (6 ECTS)
    • Educational Measurement and Evaluation SDG2 (elective)
    • Seminar (0 ECTS)
  • 3rd Semester:
    • Expertise Area Course (5 ECTS)
    • Proficiency Course (25 ECTS)
  • 4th Semester:
    • Expertise Area Course (5 ECTS)
    • Teaching Planning and Evaluation (6 ECTS)
    • Development and Learning (4 ECTS)
    • Thesis Proposal (15 ECTS)
  • 5th-8th Semesters:
    • Thesis Work (25 ECTS per semester)
    • Expertise Area Course (5 ECTS per semester)

Elective Courses

The program offers elective courses in two areas: Educational Measurement and Evaluation SDG1 and SDG2. These courses include:


  • Educational Measurement and Evaluation SDG1:
    • R Applications in Educational Research
    • Structural Equation Modeling
    • Problems of the Turkish Education System
    • Program Development and Evaluation
    • Probability and Statistics
  • Educational Measurement and Evaluation SDG2:
    • Scaling and Scale Development
    • Latent Class Analysis and Cognitive Classification Models
    • Rasch Measurement Theory
    • Multilevel Models in Educational Research

Program Outcomes

The program aims to provide students with the following outcomes:


  1. Explain the fundamental concepts in educational measurement and evaluation, relating them to different theories and applying them in new situations.
  2. Evaluate the literature in educational measurement and evaluation at the national and international levels.
  3. Apply measurement and evaluation methods in educational settings.
  4. Follow technological developments in the field and apply them to solve problems.
  5. Compare and contrast different theories in educational measurement and evaluation.
  6. Critically evaluate and synthesize different theories in the field.
  7. Develop original ideas and solutions in educational measurement and evaluation.
  8. Compare different techniques used in developing measurement tools.
  9. Develop measurement tools for educational purposes.
  10. Evaluate the psychometric qualities of measurement tools.
  11. Contribute to the development of measurement tools for educational purposes.
  12. Develop measurement tools for psychological variables, such as achievement, ability, attitude, interest, and personality.
  13. Evaluate the results of statistical analyses in test development and adaptation.
  14. Apply classical test theory and item response theory in test development and adaptation.
  15. Use advanced statistical techniques.
  16. Prepare an original publication for a national or international conference.
  17. Conduct research to solve significant problems in the field.
  18. Plan and conduct research to solve significant problems in the field.
  19. Follow the principles of research and professional ethics.
  20. Work individually and in teams on national and international projects.
  21. Interpret the results of large-scale tests, considering cultural differences.
  22. Develop solutions to complex problems in educational measurement and evaluation, relating them to different disciplines.

Relationship with TYYÇ

The program outcomes are related to the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) as follows:


  • Knowledge:
    1. Explain the fundamental concepts in educational measurement and evaluation.
    2. Evaluate the literature in educational measurement and evaluation.
  • Skills:
    1. Apply measurement and evaluation methods in educational settings.
    2. Follow technological developments in the field and apply them to solve problems.
    3. Compare and contrast different theories in educational measurement and evaluation.
    4. Develop original ideas and solutions in educational measurement and evaluation.
  • Competencies:
    • Independent working and responsibility:
      1. Work individually and in teams on national and international projects.
      2. Prepare an original publication for a national or international conference.
      3. Conduct research to solve significant problems in the field.
    • Learning competence:
      1. Follow the principles of research and professional ethics.
    • Communication and social competence:
      1. Interpret the results of large-scale tests, considering cultural differences.
      2. Develop solutions to complex problems in educational measurement and evaluation, relating them to different disciplines.
      3. Evaluate the psychometric qualities of measurement tools.
    • Field-specific competence:
      1. Explain the fundamental concepts in educational measurement and evaluation.
      2. Evaluate the literature in educational measurement and evaluation.
      3. Apply measurement and evaluation methods in educational settings.
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