TY - JOUR T1 - An integer programming approach to item bank design JF - Applied Psychological Measurement Y1 - 2000 A1 - van der Linden, W. J. A1 - Veldkamp, B. P. A1 - Reese, L. M. KW - Aptitude Measures KW - Item Analysis (Test) KW - Item Response Theory KW - Test Construction KW - Test Items AB - An integer programming approach to item bank design is presented that can be used to calculate an optimal blueprint for an item bank, in order to support an existing testing program. The results are optimal in that they minimize the effort involved in producing the items as revealed by current item writing patterns. Also presented is an adaptation of the models, which can be used as a set of monitoring tools in item bank management. The approach is demonstrated empirically for an item bank that was designed for the Law School Admission Test. VL - 24 ER -