The Use of Pretests for Screening Examinations.
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| Title: | The Use of Pretests for Screening Examinations. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Wilson, Archie S. |
| Source: | Journal of Chemical Education. Jul 1982 59(7):576-577. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 2 |
| Publication Date: | 1982 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Chemistry, College Science, Higher Education, Pretests Posttests, Science Education, Science Tests, Test Interpretation, Test Wiseness |
| Abstract: | High test scores may measure general intelligence or test taking "savvy" rather than acquisition of knowledge of a particular subject. Pretests may help instructors differentiate between material students already know and good performance based on flaws in the wording of tests as indicated by pretests administered to college chemistry students. (Author/JN) |
| Entry Date: | 1982 |
| Accession Number: | EJ266176 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | High test scores may measure general intelligence or test taking "savvy" rather than acquisition of knowledge of a particular subject. Pretests may help instructors differentiate between material students already know and good performance based on flaws in the wording of tests as indicated by pretests administered to college chemistry students. (Author/JN) |
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