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Considerations in Developing and Using Computer-Adaptive Tests to Assess Second Language Proficiency
A paper by Patricia A. Dunkel, Georgia State University.
http://www.cal.org/resources/digest/cat.html
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ECS: No Child Left Behind (USA)
Relevant resources related to NCLB, both inside ECS and from other external sources.
http://nclb2.ecs.org/
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GI Forum, et al. v. Texas: Psychometric Evidence
Description of a legal case testing whether testing unfairly discriminates against minorities.
http://marces.org/mdarch/pdf/1000024.pdf
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Wired News: A D-Minus for Computer Exams
Testing centers are going back to paper in some overseas regions.
http://www.wired.com/culture/education/news/2002/08/54459
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Scans: Real Tests for Real Kids
Wired News: Canadian educational software developer Gerry Morgan may have found a way to assess qualities such as creativity, insight, and teamwork.
http://www.wired.com/culture/lifestyle/news/1997/10/7571
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College Entrance Examination Board
Organization representing hundreds of colleges responsible for the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), the Advanced Placement (AP) program, and various equity efforts.
http://www.collegeboard.com/
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The International Study Center at Boston College
ISC home page, headquarters for research on the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), PIRLS, and other ISC projects.
http://timss.bc.edu/
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Student Assessment and Testing
Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory Equity Center position paper.
http://www.maec.org/educate/11.html
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