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Plake, Barbara S., Ed. – 1984
An introduction by Barbara S. Plake emphasizes that this volume investigates social and technical influences on test development and usage. Essential preliminary information on how tests can be used and may be interpreted is presented. Under the heading "Social and Technical Influences" are: (1) "Struggles and Possibilities: The Use…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Aptitude Tests, Cognitive Psychology
Manski, Charles F.; And Others – 1983
The processes of choosing a college and being accepted by a college are analyzed, based on data on nearly 23,000 seniors from more than 1,300 high schools from the National Longitudinal Study of the Class of 1972. Econometric modeling and descriptive statistics are provided on: student behavior in selecting a college, choosing school/nonschool…
Descriptors: Admission Criteria, Aptitude Tests, Class Rank, College Admission
Hambleton, Ronald K., Ed.; Zaal, Jac N., Ed. – 1991
The 14 chapters of this book focus on the technical advances, advances in applied settings, and emerging topics in the testing field. Part 1 discusses methodological advances, Part 2 considers developments in applied settings, and Part 3 reviews emerging topics in the field of testing. Part 1 papers include: (1) "Advances in…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Analysis of Covariance, Aptitude Tests, Computer Assisted Testing
