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Bracey, Gerald; Rudner, Lawrence M. – 1992
Over the last 15 years or so, research into measurement error has begun to consider not just whether the test items fit, but whether the people who answer the items fit. Attempts to systematically identify people who do not fit the typical pattern have led to several "person-fit statistics." This digest describes the need for such…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Error of Measurement, Goodness of Fit, Individual Differences
Olstad, Roger G.; Haury, David L. – 1983
The review of science education research for 1982 includes analyses of 455 studies reported in dissertation abstracts, journal articles, research papers, and papers presented at conferences. The organization of the review is topical. Topic areas include: (1) student characteristics and behavior (cognitive development, conceptual understanding,…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Myers, Miles – 1985
Written for teachers who want introductions to conducting school assessments and to studying features of writing, this book is intended (1) to provide ways for teachers to analyze writing samples and the writing process for school or program assessment, and (2) to promote the development of teacher research among kindergarten through grade 12…
Descriptors: Action Research, Classroom Research, Educational Research, Elementary School Teachers
Erway, Ella A. – 1984
Noting that listening is a major concern of basic skills teachers, counselors, and employers, this annotated bibliography cites references for current behavioral research and methodology in teaching listening skills. Forty-nine references are included, as well as information on how to order those citations drawn from the ERIC database. (JC)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Basic Skills, Behavioral Science Research, Communication Research
McCrory, David L. – 1987
This monograph presents a compilation and review of selected technology education research literature published from 1980 through 1986. The paper seeks to reflect the breadth and variety of disciplined inquiry during this important period as the profession changed its name and focus from industrial arts to technology education. The review is…
Descriptors: Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Philosophy, Educational Research
Jensen, Julie M., Ed. – 1984
Intended for elementary school teachers of reading and composition, this book assembles several articles on the reading/writing relationship that have appeared in 1982 and 1983 issues of the journal "Language Arts." The three sections of the book define the relationship between composing and comprehending, explore relevant research, and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Developmental Stages, Educational Theories, Elementary Education