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Peer reviewedBruno, James E. – Journal of Research and Development in Education, 1989
This study examined multiple choice testing for formative and summative evaluation among sixth-grade inner-city students (N=568) who were assessed simultaneously, with forced choice and information based (confidence weighted) test scoring formats. Results are discussed, with emphasis on implications for teacher evaluation of low-achieving…
Descriptors: Confidence Testing, Forced Choice Technique, Formative Evaluation, Grade 6
Download full textNeiner, Christine M.; And Others – 1995
The Ohio sixth-grade proficiency test is intended to measure a student's literacy level and basic competency in writing, reading, mathematics, citizenship, and science. This guide is designed to help parents prepare their fifth- and sixth-grade children for this proficiency test. An introduction, "Important Information," outlines three…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Achievement Tests, Aptitude Tests, Basic Skills
