For years, researchers have debated the misinterpretation of the null hypothesis significance test (NHST). Many researchers overemphasize the results of the NHST and underemphasize or even omit effect size measures. This paper addresses the common mistaken perceptions regarding the NHST. Several common effect size estimates are discussed. A small…

The assumption that is most important to the hypothesis testing procedure of multiple linear regression is the assumption that the residuals are normally distributed, but this assumption is not always tenable given the realities of some data sets. When normal distribution of the residuals is not met, an alternative method can be initiated. As an…

The single, most important use of evaluation in education is in adapting instruction to differing pupil needs. Evaluation can be used to find the pupil's level of aptitude and from this to design learning experiences for his particular needs. (DS)

Positive support for the system of open-book examination is presented. A case study of an open-book examination in organic chemistry is cited as a basis for theories that testing method improves capacity for analyzing and solving problems, deepens knowledge, and helps to overcome shortcomings of casual readings. (SM)

A new system of testing and evaluation is devised by the Department of Chemistry at Kirin University in order to help students to better consolidate and deepen acquired theoretical knowledge and skills. Guidelines for grading of examinations are established. (SM)

Both Desensitization and implosive therapy resulted in significant decreases in scores on Sarason's Test Anxiety Scale. However, the desensitization group also demonstrated a significant reduction in state anxiety assessed during simulated testing sessions and a significant increase in grade point average, while the implosive therapy group showed…

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This study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of a motivation and time-study course in reducing test anxiety. These results suggest that a motivation and time-study course, when offered in an academic context, can be an effective change agent for test-anxious academic low achievers. (Author)

Tests and measurement have fallen short of the contributions to counseling expected of them. The writer takes the position that inadequacies of both the tests and counselors are responsible and that major changes are needed if tests are to continue to have a place in the counseling process. (Author)