Differences of Half-Split Equations on Estimating Test-Reliability Coefficient
Differences of Half-Split Equations on Estimating Test-Reliability Coefficient

Summary/Abstract: Background/purpose. This study aimed to investigate the differences among the equations used in estimating the reliability coefficient using the half-split method. These equations demonstrate Spearman-Brown’s, Rulon’s, Guttman’s, Mosier’s, Flanagan’s, and Horst's. Materials/methods. The study instrument was a 43-item scale for evaluating the computerized mathematics curriculum for the tenth grade in southern Jordan. It was applied to a sample of 303 male and female teachers and educational supervisors. Results. The results showed that all values of the reliability coefficients estimated in the six equations were acceptable. In addition, the best equation for estimating the half-split reliability coefficient was the Spearman-Brown equation, followed by two equations by Flanagan and Rulon. Conclusion. Considering the results of the current study, the researchers do not recommend using Mosier’s equation because it gave the lowest reliability-coefficient value.

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