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Gorgievski, Nicholas; DeFranco, Thomas C.; Swaminatha, Hariharan; Sofronas, Kimberly S. – MathAMATYC Educator, 2010
In 1974, the National Football League (NFL) initiated a sudden death overtime rule for games ending in a tie score at the end of regulation time. The rule states that the sudden death system of determining the winner shall prevail when the score is tied at the end of the regulation playing time of all NFL games. The team scoring first during…
Descriptors: Team Sports, Games, Scoring, Predictor Variables
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McSweeney, Maryellen; Schmidt, William H. – Journal of Educational Statistics, 1977
The relationship between quantitative predictor variables and the probability of occurrence of one or more levels of a qualitative criterion variable can be analyzed by quantal response techniques. This paper presents and discusses two quantal response models, comparing them to multiple linear regression and discriminant analysis. (Author/JKS)
Descriptors: Discriminant Analysis, Mathematical Models, Multiple Regression Analysis, Predictor Variables
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Fuhr, Norbert; Huther, Hubert – Information Processing and Management, 1989
Discusses the interdependencies between parameter estimation and properties of probabilistic models, such as dependency assumptions, binary vs. nonbinary features, and estimation sample selection. An optimum estimation for binary features applicable to information retrieval is defined, a method for computing this estimation using empirical data is…
Descriptors: Estimation (Mathematics), Information Retrieval, Mathematical Models, Predictor Variables
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Bruno, James Edward; Nelkin, Ira – Educational Planning, 1975
The logit methodology provides a unique way of examining input-output relationships for social systems where the principal output of the analysis is a probability of some action or state. (Author)
Descriptors: Discriminant Analysis, Educational Planning, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education
Hummel, Thomas J. – 1994
Researchers should investigate statistical models that can help counselors decide how to treat individual clients. This research investigated the questions, "Given an effect size (ES) from a counseling outcome study, what is the probability that a client would have a negative response to the treatment, and what is the probability that the client…
Descriptors: Counseling, Counseling Effectiveness, Effect Size, Expectation
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Barron, John M.; Gilley, Otis W. – Industrial and Labor Relations Review, 1979
Differences in the value of unemployment insurance benefits alter the extent of job search activities by current recipients, according to this study, but differences in expected value of future unemployment benefits do not appear to affect the search process of those not currently eligible for payments. (MF)
Descriptors: Economic Factors, Economic Research, Employment Services, Income
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Cooper, Michael D. – Library and Information Science Research, 1988
Analyzes a sample of over 4,700 orders for library materials at the University of California, Berkeley, in terms of the probability that the material will arrive and the factors that determine arrival. Models to evaluate the book ordering process are presented, and variables that may affect arrival time are discussed. (six references) (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Acquisition, Library Materials
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Zwick, Rebecca; Sklar, Jeffrey C. – Journal of Educational and Behavioral Statistics, 2005
Cox (1972) proposed a discrete-time survival model that is somewhat analogous to the proportional hazards model for continuous time. Efron (1988) showed that this model can be estimated using ordinary logistic regression software, and Singer and Willett (1993) provided a detailed illustration of a particularly flexible form of the model that…
Descriptors: Error of Measurement, Regression (Statistics), Computer Software, Predictor Variables
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Wollmer, Richard D. – 1973
A mathematical model for computer-aided instruction has been developed. The assumption is made that the course is divided into a hierarchy of levels of difficulty and that if a student is able to perform successfully at a given level of difficulty, he can also perform successfully at all levels of lesser difficulty. Furthermore, if a student…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Difficulty Level, Mathematical Models
Dempsey, Jack R.; Fast, Jonathan C. – 1976
An analytical framework is described through which voluntary attrition can be predicted. The approach incorporates Marshallian Utility Theory and a Maximum Likelihood Estimation procedure to evaluate a specific individual's propensity to attrit. The approach was tested twice at the United States Air Force Academy where it was able to correctly…
Descriptors: Ability, Attrition (Research Studies), College Students, Dropouts
Magidson, Jay – 1977
In evaluation research studies, it often occurs that several program participants (experimentals) drop out of the program prior to completion. Since noncompleters generally differ substantially from completers in many respects, a control group which originally was representative of the participant group will most likely not be representative of…
Descriptors: Attrition (Research Studies), Career Education, Control Groups, Discriminant Analysis
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Merz, Thomas E. – Journal of Economic Education, 1996
Uses the various strategies involved in baseball to illustrate basic concepts in game theory. Specifically discusses Willie Mays' base-stealing strategy and how it relates to probability and risk. Reminds students that expected results depend on adopted assumptions. (MJP)
Descriptors: Baseball, Decision Making, Economics Education, Game Theory
Mitchell, Terence R.; Beach, Lee Roy – 1975
Expectancy theory and decision theory research predicting occupational preference and choice were reviewed to assess the usefulness of such approaches. Each investigation produced substantial support for the use of such models suggesting that both theories can provide practical insights for occupational guidance and counseling. While theoretical,…
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Career Choice, Career Counseling, Career Guidance
International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2012
The IADIS CELDA 2012 Conference intention was to address the main issues concerned with evolving learning processes and supporting pedagogies and applications in the digital age. There had been advances in both cognitive psychology and computing that have affected the educational arena. The convergence of these two disciplines is increasing at a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Academic Support Services, Access to Computers