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Sadaghiani, Homeyra R.; Pollock, Steven J. – Physical Review Special Topics - Physics Education Research, 2015
As part of an ongoing investigation of students' learning in first semester upper-division quantum mechanics, we needed a high-quality conceptual assessment instrument for comparing outcomes of different curricular approaches. The process of developing such a tool started with converting a preliminary version of a 14-item open-ended quantum…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Quantum Mechanics, Mechanics (Physics), Multiple Choice Tests
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Bakir, Saad T.; McNeal, Bob – American Journal of Business Education, 2010
A nonparametric (or distribution-free) statistical quality control chart is used to monitor the cumulative grade point averages (GPAs) of students over time. The chart is designed to detect any statistically significant positive or negative shifts in student GPAs from a desired target level. This nonparametric control chart is based on the…
Descriptors: Grade Point Average, Statistical Analysis, Probability, College Students