Item Development Process in Assessment Life Cycle

This technical report outlines Stage 2 of the Assessment Life Cycle, focusing on the item development process for creating examination questions. It describes the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders, including the examination policy group, examination development engineers, and subject matter experts (SMEs), to ensure that the item bank is filled with valid and reliable questions. The report emphasizes the importance of alignment between the examination and foundational documents, such as the examination blueprint. It details the creation of an item development policy document, which specifies roles, responsibilities, and guidelines for the item development process. Additionally, the report discusses the significance of workshops and training sessions for SMEs to equip them with the necessary skills for writing high-quality test questions. The document also highlights the need for a structured item development workflow to maintain quality and adherence to psychometric standards throughout the process.