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Kolstad, Rosemarie K.; And Others – Education, 1984
Provides guidelines for teachers writing machine-scored examinations. Explains the use of item analysis (discrimination index) to single test items that should be improved or eliminated. Discusses validity and reliability of classroom achievement tests in contrast to norm-referenced examinations. (JHZ)
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Computer Assisted Testing, Criterion Referenced Tests, Item Analysis
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Ekstrom, Ruth, Ed.; Johnson, Cynthia, Ed. – Journal of Counseling & Development, 1984
The four sections of this special issue examine the relationship between counselors and the computer; discuss the delivery of career information and guidance by computer; describe other uses such as testing, student services, personal counseling and software applications; and discuss improving computer applications. (JAC)
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Career Development, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Literacy
Rizavi, Saba; Hariharan, Swaminathan – Online Submission, 2001
The advantages that computer adaptive testing offers over linear tests have been well documented. The Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) design is more efficient than the Linear test design as fewer items are needed to estimate an examinee's proficiency to a desired level of precision. In the ideal situation, a CAT will result in examinees answering…
Descriptors: Guessing (Tests), Test Construction, Test Length, Computer Assisted Testing
Bobek, Becky L.; Gore, Paul A. – American College Testing (ACT), Inc., 2004
This research report describes changes made to the Inventory of Work-Relevant Values when it was revised for online use as a part of the Internet version of DISCOVER. Users will see the following differences between the online and CD-ROM versions of the inventory: 22 items rather than 61, simplified presentation, and the contribution of all items…
Descriptors: Interrater Reliability, Field Tests, Internet, Test Construction
Barnard, Jane; Thompson, Julie – 2000
This evaluation manual is a response to requests of education and training organizations for a practical methodology with tools to evaluate information and communications technology (ICT) projects and use of information and learning technologies in teaching and learning in Great Britain. Section 1 describes evaluation methodologies, the evaluation…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Communications, Computer Assisted Testing, Developed Nations
Pollard, John D. E. – 1998
This paper describes efforts to devise a more effective method of assessing oral proficiency in English using a computer-based testing and computer-based test result management system. This new test would be designed to directly operationalize the second language constructs it measured, and would be developed with reference to the best practices…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Managed Instruction, English (Second Language), Evaluation Methods
Taber, Brian J.; Luzzo, Darrell Anthony – 1999
DISCOVER is the computer-assisted career guidance program of the American College Testing Program. A comprehensive review of research on the effectiveness of DISCOVER found that it increases users' vocational identity, level of career development, and career decision-making self-efficacy. Somewhat mixed findings emerged regarding the effectiveness…
Descriptors: Adults, Career Development, Career Guidance, College Students
Florida State Dept. of Education, Tallahassee. – 1999
This document contains the test administration plan for the College-Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST), a test used to assess the college-level skills of Florida students in the early years of college. The plan contains the procedures to be followed during the year in the administration of the CLAST. The document specifies the responsibilities of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Adaptive Testing, Administrator Role
Ahern, Terence C.; Jamison, Mark; Olivarez, Arturo – 2000
This paper reports on the results of a usability study that investigated the suitability of using an open systems approach for developing an online assessment application. Issues examined included ease of use, security, effectiveness, and ease of maintenance. Participants were 68 preservice teachers taking a technology integration course. Students…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Educational Technology, Higher Education, Instructional Design
Bedal, C. L., Ed.; Morris, Joan, Ed. – School Guidance Worker, 1981
Describes testing programs in Canada and suggests cautions to be used in psychological and diagnostic testing. Also discusses the use of standardized tests, computers, test validity and effectiveness, and parent attitudes. The demands of accountability and better management require counselor attention to testing and guidance. (JAC)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Educational Diagnosis, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods
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Garrett, Nina – Modern Language Journal, 1991
This discussion provides an overview of the kinds of technological resources available to support language learning and of various approaches to using them, and explores some issues surrounding the trend. Topics considered include efficacy, availability, computer-mediated technologies, software acquisition and content, material evaluation,…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software
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Riding, Richard J.; And Others – Educational and Training Technology International, 1989
Discussion of individual learning styles focuses on a study of 13-year-old students in the United Kingdom that investigated the development of a computer-presented test of verbal-imagery learning styles. Ability grouping and test performance results are described, and implications for computer-based training (CBT) are discussed. (six references)…
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Academic Achievement, Analysis of Variance, Cognitive Style
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Olsen, James B.; And Others – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1989
Describes study that was designed to compare student achievement scores from three different testing methods: paper-administered testing, computer-administered testing, and computerized adaptive testing. The California Assessment Program (CAP) item banks for grades three and six which this study incorporated are described, and results are…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Adaptive Testing, Analysis of Variance, Comparative Analysis
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Ananda, A. L.; And Others – Computers and Education, 1989
Describes a microcomputer-based examination system based on multiple choice questions (MCQ) that has been used for the assessment of aptitude in chemistry. The ability of the system to generate a test based on a student's previous performance is explained, and the system design and implementation are detailed. (eight references) (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Aptitude, Aptitude Tests, Chemistry
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Forehand, Garlie A.; Rice, Myrtle W. – Machine-Mediated Learning, 1988
Describes an experimental program of interactive assessment and instruction called GUIDES to Learning and Instruction, which is designed for use in college level remedial and developmental programs in writing, reading, and study skills. Highlights include microcomputer administration of measurement; response formats; feedback; validity for…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Developmental Programs, Diagnostic Tests, Feedback
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