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Walt, Nancy; Atwood, Kristin; Mann, Alex – Journal of Technology, Learning, and Assessment, 2008
The purpose of this study was to determine whether or not survey medium (electronic versus paper format) has a significant effect on the results achieved. To compare survey media, responses from elementary students to British Columbia's Satisfaction Survey were analyzed. Although this study was not experimental in design, the data set served as a…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Factor Analysis, Foreign Countries, Elementary School Students
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Macedo-Rouet, Monica; Ney, Muriel; Charles, Sandrine; Lallich-Boidin, Genevieve – Computers & Education, 2009
The use of computers to deliver course-related materials is rapidly expanding in most universities. Yet the effects of computer vs. printed delivery modes on students' performance and motivation are not yet fully known. We compared the impacts of Web vs. paper to deliver practice quizzes that require information search in lecture notes. Hundred…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Notetaking, Tests, Lecture Method
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Moore, Randy; Jensen, Philip A. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2007
Students in an introductory biology course who were given open-book exams during the semester earned significantly higher grades on these exams, but significantly lower grades on the closed-book final exam, than students who took in-class, closed-book exams throughout the semester. Exam format was also associated with changes in academic behavior;…
Descriptors: Biology, Introductory Courses, Test Format, Tests
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MacCann, Robert – British Journal of Educational Technology, 2006
A trial of pen-and-paper and online modes of a computing skills test was conducted for volunteer students of ages 15-16 in New South Wales, Australia. The tests comprised Matching, True/False and 4-option Multiple-Choice items. The aims were to determine whether gender, socio economic status (SES), or the type of item interacted with testing mode.…
Descriptors: Test Format, Computer Assisted Testing, Sex, Socioeconomic Status
Hu, Min – ProQuest LLC, 2009
Phonological awareness (PA) is the ability to analyze spoken language into its component sounds and to manipulate these smaller units. Literature review related to PA shows that a variety of factor groups play a role in PA in Mandarin such as linguistic experience (spoken language, alphabetic literacy, and second language learning), item type,…
Descriptors: Test Format, Speech, Syllables, Oral Language
Hanson, Bradley A.; Feinstein, Zachary S. – 1995
This paper discusses loglinear models for assessing differential item functioning (DIF). Loglinear and logit models that have been suggested for studying DIF are reviewed, and loglinear formulations of the logit models are given. A polynomial loglinear model for assessing DIF is introduced. Two examples using the polynomial loglinear model for…
Descriptors: Equated Scores, Item Bias, Test Format, Test Items
Stansfield, Charles W. – 1990
A discussion of the simulated oral proficiency interview (SOPI), a type of semi-direct speaking test that models the format of the oral proficiency interview (OPI), describes its development and research and examines its usefulness. The test used for discussion is a tape-recorded test consisting of six parts, scored by a trained rater using the…
Descriptors: Interviews, Language Proficiency, Language Tests, Simulation
Roe, Andrew G. – Graduating Engineer, 1985
Presents the case for taking the Engineer in Training examination (EIT), also called the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination, and the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE), indicating that they can affect future employment opportunities, career advancement, and post-graduate studies. Includes subject areas tested, test format, and how to prepare…
Descriptors: Engineering, Engineering Education, Higher Education, Test Format
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Perry, Devern – Business Education Forum, 1987
Discusses microcomputer-based test types that can measure learning of classroom content: (1) objective examination, (2) hands-on examination, (3) power examination, and (4) take-home examination. Recommends that a combination of power, objective, and take-home examinations achieves representative results with a minimum loss of class time. (CH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Microcomputers, Performance Tests, Test Format
Tanguma, Jesus – 2000
This paper addresses four steps in test construction specification: (1) the purpose of the test; (2) the content of the test; (3) the format of the test; and (4) the pool of items. If followed, such steps not only will assist the test constructor but will also enhance the students' learning. Within the "Content of the Test" section, two…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Test Content, Test Format, Test Items
Hanick, Patricia L.; Huang, Chi-Yu – 2002
The term "equating" refers to a statistical procedure that adjusts test scores on different forms of the same examination so that scores can be interpreted interchangeably. This study examines the impact of equating with fewer items than originally planned when items have been removed from the equating set for a variety of reasons. A…
Descriptors: Equated Scores, Test Format, Test Items, Test Results
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DeMars, Christine E. – Journal of Educational Measurement, 2003
Generated data to simulate multidimensionality resulting from including two or four subtopics on a test. DIMTEST analysis results suggest that including multiple topics, when they are commonly taught together, can lead to conceptual multidimensionality and mathematical multidimensionality. (SLD)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Simulation, Test Construction, Test Format
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Harwell, Michael R. – Journal of Counseling and Development, 1988
Discusses several statistical and substantive criteria that can be used to choose between parametric and nonparametric tests. Presents a non-parametric test capable of testing a number of statistical hypotheses using existing computer packages. Provides recommendations encouraging researchers to routinely use nonparametric tests in their data…
Descriptors: Statistical Analysis, Test Format, Test Selection, Test Use
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Liou, Michelle; Cheng, Philip E. – Psychometrika, 1995
Different data imputation techniques that are useful for equipercentile equating are discussed, and empirical data are used to evaluate the accuracy of these techniques as compared with chained equipercentile equating. The kernel estimator, the EM algorithm, the EB model, and the iterative moment estimator are considered. (SLD)
Descriptors: Equated Scores, Equations (Mathematics), Estimation (Mathematics), Test Format
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Holley, Joyce H.; Jenkins, Elizabeth K. – Journal of Education for Business, 1993
The relationship between performance on four test formats (multiple-choice theory, multiple-choice quantitative, open-ended theory, open-ended quantitative) and scores on the Kolb Learning Style Inventory was investigated for 49 accounting students. Learning style was significant for all formats except multiple-choice quantitative. (SK)
Descriptors: Accounting, Cognitive Style, Higher Education, Scores
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