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A Psychometric Perspective on Authentic Measurement.
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Hambleton, Ronald K.; Murphy, Edward – Applied Measurement in Education, 1992
The validity of several criticisms of objective tests is addressed, and the viability of some alternatives to objective testing is discussed. Evidence against multiple-choice tests is not as strong as has been claimed. Authentic assessments may not always be better, and research about new forms of assessment is necessary. (SLD)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Educational Assessment, Literature Reviews, Measurement Techniques
Performance Assessment: State Activity, Interest, and Concerns.
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Aschbacher, Pamela R. – Applied Measurement in Education, 1991
The University of California's (Los Angeles) Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards, and Student Testing survey of state assessment directors reveals that about 25 states currently study or develop performance assessments. Obstacles to statewide use of performance assessments were expressed. The new Student Assessment Exchange should…
Descriptors: Accountability, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Assessment, Educational Improvement