Journal of Vocational Education Studies (JOVES)
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): Vol 9 No 2

Development and Calibration of a Moodle-Based Computerized Adaptive Test Using Rasch Model for Electrical Competencies in Vocational Schools

Fitria Wahyu Ningsih (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Samsul Hadi (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Oct 2026

Abstract

This study developed a Moodle-based Computerized Adaptive Test (CAT) to assess vocational students’ competencies in electrical installation and troubleshooting. Conventional assessments often lack efficiency, security, and personalized feedback, motivating the development of an adaptive evaluation system. Using the 4D research and development model, 150 test items were created and calibrated with the Rasch Model. After removing misfit and overfit items, 106 items were confirmed valid and reliable (reliability = 0.96). The instrument provides a balanced difficulty distribution, enabling accurate measurement across different ability levels. Expert validation rated the content as “Highly Feasible” (94.75%) and the media as “Feasible” (89.75%), while student responses showed positive acceptance (76%–80%). Implementation demonstrated that the CAT effectively differentiates student abilities and provides immediate diagnostic feedback for formative assessment. The study offers an adaptive, Moodle-integrated assessment tool and recommends expanding the item bank to better measure higher-order thinking skills.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

joves

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Subject

Education Engineering Social Sciences Other

Description

The Journal invites original articles and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The journal explores vocationalism in learning and efforts to address employability within the curriculum, together with coverage of innovative themes and initiatives within vocational education ...