Date of Award:
5-1989
Document Type:
Thesis
Degree Name:
Master of Science (MS)
Department:
School of Teacher Education and Leadership
Department name when degree awarded
Elementary Education
Committee Chair(s)
Donald R. Daugs
Committee
Donald R. Daugs
Committee
John G. Monson
Committee
Steve South
Committee
Boyce E. Atkins
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to computer-adapt the Scientific Literacy Test. The challenges in doing so were: (1) developing a programming procedure that would make it possible to present complex graphics on an Apple lIe while administering the computerized Scientific Literacy Test, (2) designing equivalent graphic test-items, and (3) developing a program that a majority of students favor.
Factors that may affect student performance on computer-administered tests are reviewed, the program developed to present complex graphics is listed, assessment of test-item equivalency and student attitude are discussed, and suggestions regarding further development of the product are proposed.
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Recommended Citation
Allred, Douglas M., "Development of a Computer-Adapted Form of the Scientific Literacy Test" (1989). All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Spring 1920 to Summer 2023. 8222.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/etd/8222
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