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  • Cognitive Science
  • Educational Technology

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  • Existing psychometric process models for analyzing action sequences in computer-based problem-solving tasks often rely on dichotomous indicators for state transition effectiveness.
  • Dichotomous indicators are insufficient for complex tasks with multiple optimal paths and numerous state transitions, limiting the accuracy of analysis.
  • There is a need for more nuanced measurement models to capture the complexities of problem-solving processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce polytomous indicators to assess the effectiveness of problem states and state transitions, moving beyond dichotomous limitations.
  • To propose a novel psychometric process model, the Sequential Response Model with Polytomous Effectiveness Indicators (SRM-PEI), for analyzing a broader range of problem-solving tasks.
  • To evaluate the performance of the proposed indicators and the SRM-PEI model using simulations and empirical data.

Main Methods:

  • Development of polytomous indicators ($d_s$ and $\mathrm{\Delta }d_{\mathrm {s\rightarrow s'}}$) to represent the effectiveness of problem states and transitions.
  • Proposal of a three-step evaluation method for these indicators.
  • Introduction of the Sequential Response Model with Polytomous Effectiveness Indicators (SRM-PEI).
  • Conducting Monte Carlo simulations to assess parameter estimation accuracy.
  • Empirical validation using data from two real problem-solving tasks.

Main Results:

  • Monte Carlo simulations demonstrated that SRM-PEI effectively estimates latent ability and transition tendency parameters under various conditions.
  • Empirical studies showed that SRM-PEI provides a better model fit compared to previous models like SRM and SRMM.
  • The polytomous effectiveness indicators in SRM-PEI yield rational and interpretable estimates of latent abilities and transition tendencies.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed polytomous effectiveness indicators and the SRM-PEI model offer a more sophisticated approach to analyzing complex problem-solving behaviors.
  • SRM-PEI enhances the analysis of interactive tasks by accommodating multiple optimal paths and nuanced state transitions.
  • Future research can explore further applications and enhancements of polytomous effectiveness indicators and the SRM-PEI model in various domains.