This module describes some common standard-setting procedures used to derive performance levels for achievement tests in education, licensure, and certification. Upon completing the module, readers will be able to: describe what standard setting is; understand why standard setting is necessary; recognize some of the purposes of standard setting;…

This article describes the organization, functions, and components of the Defense Language Institute. The test division is responsible for aptitude, achievement, and proficiency tests and for test development in a variety of resident and non-resident programs. The progress that has been made over a 10-year period is also described and special…

This publication describes the developmental process and the modules and achievement tests developed by the project, Family and Community Services--Preparation for New and Emerging Occupational Roles. It also offers suggestions for use of the secondary-level occupational education modules designed to help home economics teachers in developing a…