COMPUTER-ASSISTED CRITERION-REFERENCED TESTING.
Abstract
A test model for a computer-assisted branched test was developed and implemented for a unit of mathematics for which a hierarchy of prerequisite relationships among objectives existed. A computer was used to generate and present items and then score the student's constructed response. Using Wald's sequential probability ratio test, the computer determined whether the examinee was or was not proficient in the skill being tested. If such a decision could be made he was branched to another objective according to specified criteria based upon the hierarchy. Otherwise, another item was generated and the cycle repeated. Results showed that the computer test was highly successful in providing reliable information in substantially less time than that which was required by the conventional paper-and-pencil test. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0704824
Entities
People
- Richard L. Ferguson
Organizations
- University of Pittsburgh