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Green, Bert F. – New Directions for Testing and Measurement, 1983
Computerized adaptive testing allows us to create a unique personalized test that matches the ability and knowledge of the test taker. (Author)
Descriptors: Adaptive Testing, Computer Assisted Testing, Individual Needs, Individual Testing
Hambleton, Ronald K.; And Others – New Directions for Testing and Measurement, 1983
This report provides a brief introduction to microcomputer technology and discusses five uses of microcomputers in classroom testing: item storage, test assembly, test administration, test scoring, and test score reporting and analysis. It focuses on the testing applications of microcomputer technology. (PN)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Oriented Programs, Electronic Classrooms, Elementary Secondary Education
Rentz, R. Robert – New Directions for Testing and Measurement, 1981
In this speculative article, Robert R. Rentz predicts that state educational assessment programs will continue to be fertile ground for measurement innovations, both technological and otherwise, in the areas of test content, development, administration and the reporting of test results. (AEF)
Descriptors: Educational Innovation, Prediction, State Programs, Test Construction
Jarjoura, David; Brennan, Robert L. – New Directions for Testing and Measurement, 1983
Multivariate generalizability techniques are used to bridge the gap between psychometric constraints and the tables of specifications needed in test development. Techniques are illustrated with results from the American College Testing Assessment Program. (Author/PN)
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Mathematical Models, Multivariate Analysis, Test Construction
