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Geisinger, Kurt F. – International Journal of Testing, 2012
This article sets the stage for the description of a variety of approaches to test reviewing worldwide. It describes the importance of test reviewing as a protection of the public and of society and also the benefits of this activity for test users, who must choose measures to use in particular situations with particular clients at a particular…
Descriptors: Test Reviews, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Criteria, Global Approach
Wise, Lauress L. – 2003
Since its inception in 1969, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) has been the nation's leading indicator of what American students know and can do. The focus of this chapter is on how NAEP, as it exists today, may be useful to educators, in particular four aspects of NAEP that may be of wide interest and use. This chapter…
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Evaluation Methods, Predictive Measurement, Testing Programs

Niemierko, Boleslaw – Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 1991
The experiences of Poland in educational testing are reviewed from 1918 to 1990. Trends affecting the future of educational testing in Poland are considered. Current economic and political conditions in Eastern Europe may keep educational testing in a relatively minor position as more vital national needs are addressed. (SLD)
Descriptors: Communism, Democracy, Economic Change, Educational Assessment
Karr, Chad – 1987
Rasch methodology facilitates effective achievement comparisons to meet evaluation needs at the district, school, classroom, and individual levels. The five-year District Gains Graph developed by the Portland (Oregon) Public Schools charts fall-to-spring achievement gains in basic skills for Grades 3-8, as measured by the Portland Achievement…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Gains, Achievement Rating, Curriculum Evaluation
New York State Education Dept., Albany. Office for Planning, Research, and Support Services. – 1991
A comprehensive overview of the current state of student assessment and a glimpse of the extent of student assessment in New York State (NYS), throughout the nation, and in foreign countries are provided. Background on existing testing programs in NYS and the assessment components of "A New Compact for Learning," a set of proposals from…
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, Educational Change, Educational Improvement, Educational Policy
Phillips, Terry; Schostak, John; Tyler, Judith – 2000
The assessment of practice in nursing and midwifery education programs across England was examined to determine its validity, reliability, fairness, and effectiveness in maintaining and developing the quality of care. The research was conducted in two phases. Phase 1 was designed to identify theoretical and practical areas of concern that would…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Clinical Teaching (Health Professions), Competence, Education Work Relationship