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Pommerich, Mary – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 2012
Neil Dorans has made a career of advocating for the examinee. He continues to do so in his NCME career award address, providing a thought-provoking commentary on some current trends in educational measurement that could potentially affect the integrity of test scores. Concerns expressed in the address call attention to a conundrum that faces…
Descriptors: Testing, Scores, Measurement, Test Construction
Mislevy, Robert J. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 2012
This article presents the author's observations on Neil Dorans's NCME Career Award Address: "The Contestant Perspective on Taking Tests: Emanations from the Statue within." He calls attention to some points that Dr. Dorans made in his address, and offers his thoughts in response.
Descriptors: Testing, Test Reliability, Psychometrics, Scores

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

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

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

Mehrens, William A. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1986
The Presidential Address at the 1986 National Council on Measurement in Education Annual Meeting argues that measurement specialists have tended to set unrealistic aspirations for the role tests play. The conjunctive decision making model is discussed and the use of data in the conjunctive and compensatory decision making models is examined. (JAZ)
Descriptors: Cutting Scores, Decision Making, Educational Testing, Measurement Objectives

Fisher, Thomas H. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1986
This reply to William A. Mehrens argues that although some psychometricians are reluctant to endorse the use of test data for educational decision making, it is desirable that measurement specialists provide decision makers with practical, understandable ways to use test data. (JAZ)
Descriptors: Cutting Scores, Decision Making, Educational Testing, Measurement Objectives

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

Faggen, Jane – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1990
The gap between professionally and legally acceptable practice in professional licensure tests is addressed. Pertinent activities of the American Psychological Association, American Educational Research Association, and the National Council for Measurement in Education are discussed. (TJH)
Descriptors: Civil Rights Legislation, Educational Testing, Legal Problems, Licensing Examinations (Professions)

Wigdor, Alexandra K. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1982
This synopsis of the Committee on Ability Testing report (see ED 213 770 and ED 213 771) discusses recent controversy over testing limitations, test fairness, admissions testing, test disclosure, and test use in public schools to improve substandard performance. (CM)
Descriptors: Ability, Advisory Committees, Aptitude Tests, College Entrance Examinations
Koretz, Daniel – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 2006
The goal of the Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing is to improve testing practices, but their impact on practice appears spotty. Self-regulation clearly fails in some instances. The establishment of an external agency to oversee testing practices and adherence to the Standards would face substantial hurdles, and the ambiguity of…
Descriptors: Program Implementation, Educational Testing, Psychological Testing, Standard Setting

Hogan, Thomas P. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1983
The implications of "A Nation at Risk" for the field of measurement are examined. These are a need for more frequent and varied tests; responsibility for eliminating measurement problems; and a resurgence of standardized testing at the high school level. The need for measures of teaching quality will increase. (DWH)
Descriptors: Educational Improvement, Educational Testing, Futures (of Society), Measurement

Oosterhof, Albert C.; Salisbury, David F. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1985
The computer assisted testing (CAT) program at Florida State University's Assessment Resource Center is described. Three measurement issues (test quality, confidence in mastery decisions, and maintenance of test validity) and two instructional design issues (quality of instructional objectives and extended feedback following testing) important for…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Educational Objectives, Feedback, Higher Education

Perkins, Marcy R. – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1982
Nine definitions of minimum competency testing (MCT) found in the literature are examined, with major issues for policymakers to consider as they make decisions whether MCT will serve the goals and purposes of their testing programs. Perceived benefits and costs and criticisms based on implementation procedures are discussed. (Author/CM)
Descriptors: Definitions, Educational Improvement, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education

McCarty, Joan First; Cardenas, Jose – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1986
Test scores are being used for a variety of inappropriate purposes, often to the detriment of minorities. This article recounts recent evidence on misuse of testing, offers strategies for preventing abuse, and urges professionals to take on active roles in preventing misuse of their wares. (LMO)
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Culture Fair Tests, Elementary Secondary Education, Minimum Competency Testing