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SAT Scores Improve 94 Points.
Electronic Education, 1984
Describes study to determine effect on Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores of coaching with a microcomputer software program, Computer SAT. Results indicate mathematics scores are improved by computer coaching with no difference between effectiveness of individual or small group computer use, and verbal scores are improved by small group use.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Improvement, Microcomputers, Scores
Standardized Testing: Does it Measure Student Preparation for College & Work?
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Camacho, Dawn; Cook, Vickie – Online Submission, 2007
How can schools effectively prepare students for life after high school? With the accountability standards set forth by the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), there are many theories regarding standardized testing. Many schools today are adopting the goal of preparing all students for the college or the workplace. This review of current literature…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Teaching Methods, Testing, Standardized Tests
Studying for the Big Test: Software That Helps Students Prepare for the College Entrance Exams.
Ritter, Caroline; Salpeter, Judy – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Discusses the pros and cons of using computer software to prepare for college entrance examinations. Provides information on eight programs designed for that purpose. (TW)
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, College Admission, College Entrance Examinations, Computer Software Reviews
The Educator's Desk Reference (EDR). A Sourcebook of Educational Information and Research.
Freed, Melvyn N., Ed.; And Others – 1989
This comprehensive handbook provides quick access to a wide range of information needed by professionals in all areas and at all levels of education. It includes books, journals, software, and standardized tests. Six sections are as follows: (1) information sources (including information sources by type and guide to reference sources in…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Research, Higher Education
A Learning Assessment System: Development of Assessment Instruments plus Scoring and Reporting Procedures.
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Marsh, Larry P.; Anderson, Paul S. – 1989
This manual is intended to provide Illinois school districts with guidance in developing learning assessment plans and using testing materials as part of the school improvement program mandated by the 1985 educational reform legislation for Illinois. Designed primarily to be a series of "how to" booklets, the manual is divided into six…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Educational Improvement
Getting Serious about SAT Software.
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Harvey, John G.; Kenelly, John W. – Mathematics Teacher, 1987
Discusses the use of courseware designed to prepare high school students for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Provides a review of six software packages specifically designed for this purpose. Discusses, as an alternative, a non-computer plan for SAT preparation. (TW)
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, College Entrance Examinations, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews
Index to Courseware on Advisory Lists: January 1986-November 1990.
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North Carolina State Dept. of Public Instruction, Raleigh. Div. of Media Evaluation Service. – 1990
This document contains a list of microcomputer courseware titles which appeared on the Advisory Lists of Computer Courseware between January 1986 and November 1990. Courseware is first presented alphabetically by title with producer, grade level, and reference for the full citation included. Courseware is then presented by the following subject…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software Reviews