Using the Angoff method to set a standard on mock exams for the Korean Nursing Licensing Examination.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study explored the possibility of using the Angoff method, in which panel experts determine the cut score of an exam, for the Korean Nursing Licensing Examination (KNLE). Two mock exams for the KNLE were analyzed. The Angoff standard setting procedure was conducted and the results were analyzed. We also aimed to examine the procedural validity of applying the Angoff method in this context.

Methods

For both mock exams, we set a pass-fail cut score using the Angoff method. The standard setting panel consisted of 16 nursing professors. After the Angoff procedure, the procedural validity of establishing the standard was evaluated by investigating the responses of the standard setters.

Results

The descriptions of the minimally competent person for the KNLE wer

SUBMITTER: Yim MK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7326654 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature