Descriptor
Source
| Journal of Educational… | 3 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 3 |
| Reports - Research | 2 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
| Researchers | 3 |
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewedEller, Ben F.; And Others – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1987
Discusses the evolution of current decision support systems (DSS) computer software and their potential for use in assessing cognitive ability. Current applications of computer software for structured and unstructured problem solving are examined together with the feasibility of computerized adaptive testing. Characteristics of computer-based…
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Measurement, Cognitive Tests, Computer Assisted Testing
Peer reviewedGwinn, John F.; Beal, Loretta F. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1988
Describes an interactive computer-testing and record-keeping system that was implemented for a self-paced anatomy and physiology course. Results of exploratory research are reported that focus on student preference for online testing, test anxiety, attitude, and achievement; and suggestions are given for integrating a computer-testing program into…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Anatomy, Computer Assisted Testing, Database Management Systems
Peer reviewedJelden, D. L. – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1988
Reviews study conducted to compare levels of achievement on final exams for college students responding to combinations of test-item feedback methods and modes of test-item presentation. The PHOENIX computer system used in the comparison is described, and the use of ACT (American College Testing Program) scores for ability comparison is discussed.…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Analysis of Covariance
