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Larson, Jerry W.; Madsen, Harold S. – CALICO Journal, 1985
Discusses the possible limitations and the advantages of computer-assisted language testing and several test variables which are of concern in determining test validity. The concept of computer-adaptive testing and its relationship to these variables is described. (SED)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Adaptive Testing, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software

Reckase, Mark D. – 1981
This paper has shown the advantages of tailored testing over traditional methods, the need for latent trait theory in the application of tailored testing, and some of the results available to show the quality of estimates obtained by tailored testing procedures. Since the tailored testing procedures overcome many of the problems with traditional…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Adaptive Testing, Aptitude Tests, Computer Assisted Testing