Criterion-referenced Test Development: Technical And Legal Guidelines For Corporate Training

by Sharon A. Shrock, William C C Coscarelli

Criterion-referenced Test Development is a details and comprehensive reference guide to the theory and practice of organizational tests. Designed specifically for training professionals who need to better understand how to develop criterion-referenced test, this book offers step-by-step guidance for dealing with crucial decision such as how to make and defend assessment decisions, how to show that those graduates certified as "masters" are truly masters, and how to administer accurate pilot tests. This valuable resource basic philosophies of testing; methods of test interpretation; test construction; test validation; and test adminstration.

220 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1989

Reviews

[Barb. D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first half is an essential read for anyone who has to write full tests or even smaller so-called "knowledge checks" in business environment. The sections on calculating reliability and validity will be less relevant if you (like me) usually work on a smaller scale and with lower stakes, but it's good to know these chapters are there if I ever need them. The last portion that deals with legal considerations is largely irrelevant if you're outside the US.

[Elaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for obtaining a basic understanding of how to develop exams.