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Modeling the Predictive Validity of SAT Mathematics Items Using Item Characteristics
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Kobrin, Jennifer L.; Kim, YoungKoung; Sackett, Paul R. – Educational and Psychological Measurement, 2012
There is much debate on the merits and pitfalls of standardized tests for college admission, with questions regarding the format (multiple-choice vs. constructed response), cognitive complexity, and content of these assessments (achievement vs. aptitude) at the forefront of the discussion. This study addressed these questions by investigating the…
Descriptors: Grade Point Average, Standardized Tests, Predictive Validity, Predictor Variables
Comparative Validities and Testing Times for Composites of Structure-of-Intellect Tests and Previous Mathematics Grades with Composites of Traditional Standardized Test Measures and Previous Mathematics Grades in Prediction of Success in High School Modern Algebra
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Holly, Keith A.; Michael, William B. – Educational and Psychological Measurement, 1973
The Structure-of-Intellect Tests are shown to represent promising alternatives to the traditional commercial standardized tests now widely used in predicting success in modern algebra. (Author/NE)
Descriptors: Algebra, Measurement Techniques, Multiple Regression Analysis, Predictive Measurement
The Prediction of Success of Three Ethnic Samples on a State Board Certification Examination for Nurses from Performance on Academic Course Variables and on Standardized Achievement and Study Skills Measures
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Haney, Russell; And Others – Educational and Psychological Measurement, 1977
Success of student nurses from three ethnic groups on a state board certification examination was predicted from study behavior, course grade point average and standardized achievement tests administered prior to nurse training. The achievement tests proved to be the best predictors across groups. (Author/JKS)
Descriptors: Certification, Higher Education, Medical Education, Minority Groups