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Hambleton, Ronald K. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1984
The purpose of this paper is to describe some of the current changes in test development that are taking place because of the availability and capabilities of computers, especially microcomputers. Item banking and test assembly are discussed, and a comprehensive testing system is described. (BW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Educational Testing, Elementary Secondary Education

Fremer, John – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1984
The constructive use of microcomputers in the development of tests requires thoughtful attention to the questions addressed in this paper: What is the purpose for testing? How can a microcomputer help? Which microcomputer system is best? What pitfalls should be avoided? (BW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Educational Testing, Elementary Secondary Education
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1984
Discusses the need for researchers to determine what should be tested and how when evaluating educational computing programs, describes efforts of Educational Testing Service's National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) to measure the impact of computers on achievement, and concludes that it will not be easy to evaluate computers' effects.…
Descriptors: Accountability, Computer Literacy, Educational Assessment, Educational Objectives

Millman, Jason – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1984
In providing an alternative view to the previous article by Ward (TM 508 880), the author notes problems associated with adaptive testing, diagnostic testing, testing embedded in instruction, and testing through simulations. (BW)
Descriptors: Adaptive Testing, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Simulation, Computer Software

Roeber, Edward D. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1984
In every instance in the process of constructing and using a test, the microcomputer can aid the classroom teacher. However, the teacher will not apply the microcomputer to classroom testing without added training both in classroom testing and in using the microcomputer. (BW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Educational Testing, Elementary Secondary Education, Item Analysis

Nelson, Larry R. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1984
The author argues that scoring, reporting, and deriving final grades can be considerably assisted by using a computer. He also contends that the savings in time and the computer database formed will allow instructors to determine test quality and reflect on the quality of instruction. (BW)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Affective Objectives, Computer Assisted Testing, Educational Testing

Ward, William C. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1984
Some of the benefits available from using computers to administer the kinds of tests that are familiar in educational settings are reviewed. Four applications that represent current or near-term enhancements of assessment are discussed: computerized adaptive testing, diagnostic testing, test preparation, and administration of simulations of…
Descriptors: Adaptive Testing, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Simulation
Donhardt, Gary L. – Educational Technology, 1984
Argues that educators should be proactive in building computer-based curricula that place technology in a facilitating role, have sound educational objectives that are measureable, and reflect awareness of how students learn from computer interaction. The educational theories of reinforcement, closure, short-term memory, and mastery learning are…
Descriptors: Cognitive Measurement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives
Bank, Adrianne; Williams, Richard C. – 1983
The Center for the Study of Evaluation Systems Project focuses on assessing the costs and impacts of managing testing, evaluation, and instructional (T/E/I) systems through a collection of nine papers: (1) "School District Evaluation Offices: Are They Worth the Money?," by Richard C. Williams and Pam McGranahan; (2) "How Two…
Descriptors: Administration, Cost Effectiveness, Decision Making, Educational Testing
New Mexico State Univ., Las Cruces. – 1985
Research findings on computer designed instruction and testing at the college level are discussed in 13 papers from the first Regional Conference on University Teaching at New Mexico State University. Titles and authors are as follows: "Don't Bother Me with Instructional Design, I'm Busy Programming! Suggestions for More Effective Educational…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Business Administration Education, Case Studies, College Instruction
McElroy, Patricia; And Others – 1985
This collection of essays focuses on contemporary issues for two-year college education related to instruction, students, and faculty. The following essays are included: (1) "Entrance Testing at Community Colleges," by Patricia McElroy; (2) "Academic Advising in the Community College," by Ann Houpt; (3) "New Jersey Community College General…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, College Faculty, College Instruction, Community Colleges