Articles tagged with Educational Testing
The number of full-time medical school faculty members increased by 4.6% from 2002-2003 to 114,549 in 2003-2004. The number of U.S. medical school applicants rose by 3.5% to 34,786 for the 2003 entering class, with women making up a majority of applicants and graduates.
A recent study analyzing 100,000 students preparing for the SAT, ACT, and GRE reveals poor study habits among high schoolers. The study found that students spent more time on the test preparation website than expected, with many not practicing math or reading comprehension questions.
A study found that preschool children's storytelling skills are linked to their later math abilities, particularly their ability to relate events and switch perspectives. The research suggests that building strong storytelling skills early on may help prepare children for math when they enter school.
A study by Ohio State University suggests that rewards for high-performing schools and strong district support are key to successful accountability systems. Research found that sanctions led to teacher disengagement and ineffective professional development.
Researchers will use the simulator to test and validate computer tools for designing blast-resistant buildings. The blast simulator recreates explosive shock waves through servo-controlled hydraulic actuators, allowing for controlled tests of high-risk structures.
A recent study found that IQ tests taken at different times can result in vastly different diagnoses, with potential consequences for life or death sentences. The 'Flynn effect' causes IQ scores to rise over time, making it essential to reset the test every 15-20 years.
Researchers found that IQ test renorming influences which children are diagnosed with mental retardation regardless of cognitive ability. This can lead to students losing access to special services or being misclassified due to changing test norms.
Research by Dean Krahn and colleagues found that moderate drinking had no significant effect on cognitive ability in middle-aged adults, contrary to previous studies. The study used an extensive database of over 10,000 participants who completed cognitive tests at different stages of life.
Researchers found that late-identified reading deficits can manifest differently among students, with some having difficulty comprehending text or identifying printed words. The study highlights the need for schools to use varied assessments and tailored intervention programs to address individual students' strengths and weaknesses.
Research Points highlights four key actions for policymakers: think about alignment from the start, conduct analysis using multiple criteria, consider standard revisions, and update alignment studies. The series also provides examples of common challenges in test alignment and how to determine sufficient alignment.
A new rapid blood test, ELISPOT, developed by Ajit Lalvani and colleagues at the University of Oxford is more effective than the century-old skin-prick test for diagnosing TB infection. The test enables early detection of people infected with TB, preventing them from developing active tuberculosis.
School districts that fed students more empty calories on test days showed significant improvements in test scores, particularly among schools threatened with sanctions. The study found a link between calorie increase and higher pass rates in math and English, but no long-term benefits.
Researchers argue that the No Child Left Behind Act's goal of 100% proficient students is unrealistic and may not lead to meaningful improvement. They suggest using National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) scores as a benchmark to level the playing field across states.
A recent study examines racial divisions in assessment test scores and student outcomes, revealing that current practices are unfair to both black and white students. Using high-school class rank instead of test score yields fairer race and gender outcomes when assessing students for college admissions.
Researchers found that African Americans scored lower on neuropsychological tests due to poor educational experiences, but incorporating reading tests addressed this issue. The study suggests that including reading assessments can improve diagnosis accuracy among individuals with diverse educational backgrounds.
Researchers developed a new test to identify reading difficulties caused by brain injuries, which passed with high sensitivity compared to existing assessments. The Iowa-Chapman Reading Test can detect even subtle reading problems in patients who have trouble reading despite passing other standard tests.
Dr. Carol Ford will conduct research to understand motivations for testing and seeking treatment for STDs, aiming to increase effectiveness of screening programs and reduce preventable illnesses. She'll collaborate with the Add Health project and train healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care to adolescents.
Research at Cornell University found that children in noisy schools near airports perform worse in reading skills compared to those in quiet areas. The study suggests that kids tune out speech amidst constant background noise, making it difficult for them to acquire speech recognition skills.
A new study published by the American Psychological Association reveals that high school involvement is a key factor in academic success for minority students at risk of dropping out. Successful at-risk students who participate in positive engagement behaviors exhibit good grades, test scores, and on-time graduation.