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Download full textHambleton, Ronald K.; Bollwark, John – 1991
The validity of results from international assessments depends on the correctness of the test translations. If the tests presented in one language are more or less difficult because of the manner in which they are translated, the validity of any interpretation of the results can be questioned. Many test translation methods exist in the literature,…
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Educational Assessment, English, Foreign Countries
Christman, J. Benton; And Others – 1991
A simple curriculum is provided that is designed to allow any school to prepare its students for the Enhanced American College Testing Program Tests (Enhanced ACT). Components of this manual include: (1) introduce the test structure; (2) give the strategy lectures; (3) provide as much structured practice as possible; (4) administer a mock test…
Descriptors: College Applicants, College Entrance Examinations, English, Guides
Owen, K. – 1989
Sources of item bias located in characteristics of the test item were studied in a reasoning test developed in South Africa. Subjects were 1,056 White, 1,063 Indian, and 1,093 Black students from standard 7 in Afrikaans and English schools. Format and content of the 85-item Reasoning Test were manipulated to obtain information about bias or…
Descriptors: Afrikaans, Black Students, Cognitive Tests, Comparative Testing
