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Peer reviewedMislevy, Robert J.; Stocking, Martha L. – Applied Psychological Measurement, 1989
The theoretical approaches taken by the LOGIST and BILOG computer programs for estimating the parameters of the three-parameter logistic item response model, and their practical consequences, are compared. Guidelines for choosing between the programs for particular applications are offered. (SLD)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Simulation, Estimation (Mathematics), Guidelines
Peer reviewedCroy, Marvin J.; And Others – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1995
Compares results of giving undergraduate students actual instructor feedback, computer-simulated instructor feedback, or no feedback. There were advantages to giving actual instructor-supplied feedback for exam performance, in-class responsiveness, and attitudes toward the instructor and other students. (JMV)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Computer Simulation, Conventional Instruction
Download full textRichardson, William M.; Baacke, Clifford M. – 1985
Annual use of fuel oil for heating schools and other facilities of the Montgomery County (Maryland) Public Schools, Montgomery County Government, and Montgomery College exceeds four-million gallons. This report examines the processes by which purchases and distributions of fuel oil are made, makes recommendations based on the examination, and…
Descriptors: Building Operation, Comparative Analysis, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Simulation
