This paper presents the generalized symmetric means approach to the estimation of population covariances, complete with derivations and examples. Particular attention is paid to the problem of missing data, which is handled very naturally in the incidence sampling framework. (CTM)

The hypothesis that two variables have a perfect disattenuated correlation and hence measure the same trait, except for errors of measurement, is discussed. Equivalently, the underlying variables, the true scores, are related linearly. It is shown that previously proposed ad hoc tests are, in fact, likelihood ratio tests. (Author/JKS)

The utility of a nonlinear transformation of the criterion variable in multiple regression analysis is established. A well-known law--the Pythagorean Theorem--illustrates the point. (Author/JKS)

This paper describes an exact small sample test, and provides a table of critical values for an approximate large sample test, to determine if a sample of Likert-Type ratings indicates significant agreement or disagreement in a population of such ratings. (Author)

Describes a computer program for designing tests and grading students in a college chemistry course. (RAO)

This paper presented in the 1978 Oppenheimer Memorial Lecture at Los Alamos Scientific Laboratories on August 17, 1978, discusses Einstein's contributions to physics, in particular, his discovery of the general theory of relativity. (HM)

Examines graphical presentations of quantitative data within corporate annual reports in Hong Kong. Finds that approximately 35% of companies included graphics in their annual report. Notes that half of all graphs violated sound principles of chart graphics and were therefore misleading; and misleading graphs occurred across all industrial…

This review of the study of analogy in modern cognitive science sets the stage for three articles that follow to illustrate some current research and theories on analogy use. Analogy is a powerful cognitive mechanism that people use to make inferences and learn new abstractions. (SLD)

Presents and explains a model for an executive summary which presents correct written information to a business decision maker in an appropriate, readable, useful form. (SR)

This study seeks to develop a reliable self-report instrument to assess obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in young people. The children's Obsessional Compulsive Inventory had good internal consistency, criterion validity and was significantly correlated with the Children's Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale. This preliminary new measure could…

Discusses the stronger accountability required under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and explores how Student Information Systems (SIS) or Student Management Systems may be used to meet the stringent reporting requirements of the new legislation. SIS can enable the school district to manipulate data to generate reports to suit various needs.…

The new editors of the "Review of Educational Research" recognize their charge to be comprehensive in the process of review of educational research and to be of service to educators. They also acknowledge the challenge to be nurtured by the scholarship of the times and innovations in education. (SLD)

Shares some high-yield questionnaire items that school practitioners can use to design strategic-planning surveys to be conducted at the start of a five-year planning cycle. Recommends two basic types of quantitative questionnaire items focused on program evaluation and needs assessment. Recommends three qualitative questionnaire items allowing…

Comparison of student reports of course taking from the 1994 history National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) with information from the 1994 High School Transcript Study suggests that students overestimate the number of history courses taken and fail to distinguish among types of history classes taken, something that may affect the…

Focuses on study analyses and historical aspects related to the development and establishment of the University of Queensland (Brisbane, Australia). Discusses the role of the Higher Education Financing and Policy Review Committee in reviewing Australia's higher education sector. (MER)