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Fricke, Reiner; Luhmann, Reinhold – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1983
On the basis of the characteristics of criterion-referenced tests, the contribution of German research to the development and application of criterion-referenced tests is discussed. (PN)
Descriptors: Criterion Referenced Tests, Item Analysis, Measurement Techniques, Models

Barta, Maryann B.; And Others – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1976
Problems which arise when criterion referenced test results are used to evaluate the effects of an elementary school reading program are discussed. Topics include: alternative methods of analyzing test results, sensitivity of the instrument to program outcomes, and comparison of criterion referenced and norm referenced achievement test data.…
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, Comparative Analysis, Criterion Referenced Tests, Intermediate Grades

Airasian, Peter W.; Madaus, George F. – Studies in Educational Evaluation, 1978
A technique that can be used in the evaluation of program effectiveness focuses on differences between schools or programs at the item level rather than at the level of total test score. The technique was used to compare the results of norm and objective-reference mathematics achievement tests administered to Michigan fourth graders. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Criterion Referenced Tests, Educational Assessment