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McCluhan, John D.; And Others – Nursing Outlook, 1974
The challenge examination covers content, communication abilities, medications, and nursing procedure demonstrations. This approach provides both the equivalency testing necessary to equate past learning with material covered in a particular course. (MW)
Descriptors: Advanced Placement, Equivalency Tests, Evaluation Methods, Medical Education

Palmer, Patricia E.; Brown, Sandra K. – Nursing Outlook, 1974
Students, if they elect to challenge both first-year nursing courses, must take two corresponding series of written and practical tests. Steps in devising the challenge exam system, maintaining high standards, testing format, general education requirements, and evaluation are topics discussed. (MW)
Descriptors: Advanced Placement, Equivalency Tests, Evaluation Methods, Medical Education
Mahoney, Susan S. – 1987
The results of the program of credit by examination at the University of Texas at Austin during the 1986-1987 testing year are presented. The data provide a basis for a comprehensive picture of the impact of the program on this campus. The examinations covered 51 subject areas with 171 courses taught in 36 departments/divisions in 8 colleges and…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Acceleration (Education), Achievement Tests, Advanced Placement