Criterion-Referenced Testing in the Context of Instruction [microform] / Anthony J. Nitko
- Bib ID:
- 5217943
- Format:
- Book and Microform
- Author:
- Nitko, Anthony J
- Online Version:
- https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED047010
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- Description:
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- [Washington, D.C.] : Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse, 1970
- 19 p.
- Summary:
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Criterion-referenced testing is defined and some of its background is discussed. A distinction is made between criterion-referenced scores, norm-referenced scores, cut-off scores, criterion scores, criterion variables, and content-standard scores. The relationship between norm-referenced information and criterion-referenced information is considered. The need for vigorous, empirically-based construct validation studies of criterion-referenced tests is pointed out. The use of criterion-referenced testing in instruction is considered in terms of absolute interpretations and mastery learning. It is seen that whether criterion-referenced testing and/or norm-referenced testing is needed to make instructional decisions depends upon the instructional context within which one operates. It is concluded that, for purposes of instruction and instructional decision-making, there is a need for the integration of measurement knowledge with knowledge about instructional psychology. (Author/TA)
- Notes:
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- Sponsoring Agency: National Center for Educational Research and Development (DHEW/OE), Washington, DC.
- ERIC Note: Paper presented at the Educational Records Bureau-National Council on Measurement in Education Symposium, "Criterion-Referenced Measures: Pros and Cons," New York, New York, October 1970.
- May also be available online. Address as at 14/8/18: https://eric.ed.gov/
- Reproduction:
- Microfiche. [Washington D.C.]: ERIC Clearinghouse microfiches : positive.
- Subject:
- Other authors/contributors:
- Pittsburgh Univ., PA. Learning Research and Development Center
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- ERIC
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