The Trouble with Norm-Referenced Tests.

Riper, B. W. Van

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ERIC Number: EJ156851

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Publication Date: 1976

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The Trouble with Norm-Referenced Tests

Riper, B. W. Van

Journal of Counseling Services, 1, 2, 36-38, F 76

In order to use Norm referenced tests (NRT) in a meaningful way, test users have to understand the limitations of NRT to fully or accurately assess the test taker. NRT needs to be put into perspective with other information and integrated with an individual's experiences, needs, values, goals and objectives. (Author)

Descriptors: Counseling Services, Educational Testing, Individual Development, Norm Referenced Tests, Personality Assessment, Psychological Testing, State of the Art Reviews, Testing Problems

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