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Peer reviewedTamir, Pinchas – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1987
Four problems related to how to best use testing and assessment to improve learning are discussed: (1) criterion- versus norm-referenced scores; (2) scaling; (3) communication and reporting of achievement; and (4) external versus school-based assessment. Comparisons of current practices in different countries, described in subsequent articles, are…
Descriptors: Criterion Referenced Tests, Cultural Differences, Curriculum, Educational Testing
Peer reviewedLong, H. A. – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1985
Changes in Scotland's curriculum have led to changes in student testing. A system of grade-related criteria has been developed--descriptions of expected performance in key aspects of a subject at different grade levels. (GDC)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Criterion Referenced Tests, Curriculum Development, Educational Assessment
Peer reviewedIsmail, Ainon – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1986
O'Brien's research on Prescriptive Test Theory was replicated, using a survey of basic skills in mathematics taught in Singapore. The feasibility of using Prescriptive Test Theory on a large scale basis was investigated. Instruments used in the study were given in Appendix II (pp. 71-87). (LMO)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Criterion Referenced Tests, Educational Diagnosis, Educational Testing
