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Peer reviewedPennycuick, D. B.; Murphy, R. J. L. – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1986
The graded test movement is currently attracting interest in the United Kingdom as a possible alternative to existing public examinations. Three key features of graded tests are: (1) emphasis on student success; (2) a progressive sequence of levels; and (3) tasks to be mastered by candidates being clearly specified. (LMO)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavioral Objectives, Classroom Techniques, Criterion Referenced Tests
Peer reviewedHaertel, Edward – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1987
This paper describes conventions in the scoring of classroom tests and of the achievement batteries used in school districts', testing programs in the U.S. The scales used for the Scholastic Aptitude Test and the American College Testing Program are described. Some new, criterion-referenced scales developed for state and national assessments are…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, College Entrance Examinations, Criterion Referenced Tests
