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| Novick, Melvin R. | 3 |
| Gamache, Leann M. | 1 |
| Hambleton, Ronald K. | 1 |
| Lindley, Dennis V. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedNovick, Melvin R.; Lindley, Dennis V. – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1978
The use of some very simple loss or utility functions in educational evaluation has recently been advocated by Gross and Su, Petersen and Novick, and Petersen. This paper demonstrates that more realistic utility functions can easily be used and may be preferable in some applications. (Author/CTM)
Descriptors: Bayesian Statistics, Cost Effectiveness, Mathematical Models, Statistical Analysis
Peer reviewedHambleton, Ronald K.; Novick, Melvin R. – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1973
In this paper, an attempt has been made to synthesize some of the current thinking in the area of criterion-referenced testing as well as to provide the beginning of an integration of theory and method for such testing. (Editor)
Descriptors: Bayesian Statistics, Criterion Referenced Tests, Decision Making, Definitions
Peer reviewedGamache, Leann M.; Novick, Melvin R. – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1985
Differential prediction of two-year grade point average is reported for gender groups within university programs of study. Johnson-Neyman analyses indicated regions on the predictor score scales where differential prediction has practical impact for a significant portion of students. Careful selection of a subset of variables can reduce…
Descriptors: College Entrance Examinations, Grade Point Average, Higher Education, Majors (Students)
