An algorithm, based upon factor analytic theory, is presented to illustrate one solution to the problem of selecting items for a test. (Authors)

A brief look at computer generated repeatable tests, which provide large numbers of automatically generated unique tests over a unit of material.'' (Author/AK)

Results indicate that scoring tests by the self-scoring method can result in a higher split half reliability than tests scored by the traditional right-wrong method. (Authors)

Satiric essay intended to underscore the virtues of discovery learning and educational technology when applied to science instruction and testing. (LS)

The role of the college examiner at Passaic County Community College (New Jersey) is discussed in terms of his responsibility for evaluating the successful implementation of the systems approach to instruction. (NF)

Describes rationale, development, and validation of the Psychological Screening Inventory (PSI), intended as a brief screening device for use in mental health related settings where time and psychological skills may be at a premium. (Author)

Describes the development of a test for evaluating acquisition of process skills in middle school science students. (CP)

Illustrates the use of answers to free-response questions in generating distractors in equivalent multiple-choice forms by examples of high school biology questions. (AL)

A transcription of a group discussion on the type of question which should be included in mathematics examinations at the Ordinary Level in England. (MM)