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Linacre, John Michael – 1988
Computer-adaptive testing (CAT) allows improved security, greater scoring accuracy, shorter testing periods, quicker availability of results, and reduced guessing and other undesirable test behavior. Simple approaches can be applied by the classroom teacher, or other content specialist, who possesses simple computer equipment and elementary…
Descriptors: Adaptive Testing, Algorithms, Computer Assisted Testing, Cutting Scores
Peer reviewedVazquez-Abad, Jesus; LaFleur, Marc – Computers and Education, 1990
Reviews criticisms of the use of drill and practice programs in educational computing and describes potentials for its use in instruction. Topics discussed include guidelines for developing computer-based drill and practice; scripted training courseware; item format design; item bank design; and a performance-responsive algorithm for item…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Drills (Practice)
