The College Board Computerized Placement Tests: An Application of Computerized Adaptive Testing.

Ward, William C.

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ERIC Number: EJ490281

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Publication Date: 1988

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The College Board Computerized Placement Tests: An Application of Computerized Adaptive Testing.

Ward, William C.

Machine-Mediated Learning, v2 p271-82 1988

Concepts of adaptive testing and the related measurement model, item response theory, are introduced and benefits and limitations are outlined. Field tests with over 2,500 students illustrate the use of adaptive tests in college placement. Some future directions for computerized adaptive testing are considered. (SLD)

Descriptors: Adaptive Testing, College Entrance Examinations, College Freshmen, Computer Assisted Testing, Field Tests, Item Response Theory, Measurement Techniques, Student Placement, Test Construction, Test Length, Test Theory, Test Use

Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative; Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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