Presents a systematic method of converting raw exam scores of performance into letter grades. The method combines the best techniques of normative, statistical, and criterion-referenced systems and, if used by the entire faculty, guarantees consistent and uniform marking procedures. (Author/DN)

With no previous training in data processing, a teacher can set up a computer scoring program for objective test materials that will save many hours of manual work in test correction, scoring, ranking, and item analysis. Teachers, school administrators, and counselors can employ statistical information contained in computer printout sheets to plan…

This paper outlines the development of techniques for computer-based personality assessment from sentence completions. The One-Word Sentence Completion (OWSC) instrument was designed to elicit data suitable for machine processing, while retaining most of the advantages of a free-response format. Two operative scoring systems are described. The…