Criterion-Referenced Tests in Science: An Investigation of Reliability, Validity, and Standards-Setting.

Lang, Harry G.

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ERIC Number: EJ270267

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Publication Date: 1982-Nov

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Criterion-Referenced Tests in Science: An Investigation of Reliability, Validity, and Standards-Setting.

Lang, Harry G.

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v19 n8 p665-74 Nov 1982

Reliability, validity, and standards-setting procedure for a criterion-referenced test (Test of Metric Skills) were examined for use in science curricula. Results indicate a number of factors influencing test reliability/validity and that science teachers need to be aware of these factors to enhance accuracy of their judgments. (Author/JN)

Descriptors: College Science, Criterion Referenced Tests, Higher Education, Science Education, Science Instruction, Science Tests, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Standard Setting (Scoring), Test Reliability, Test Validity

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Language: English

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