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Some Experiments in Developing a Behaviorally Determined Scale of Vocabulary

Author(s):
Tucker, Ledyard R
Publication Year:
1955
Report Number:
RM-55-10
Source:
ETS Research Memorandum
Document Type:
Report
Page Count:
24
Subject/Key Words:
Language Tests, Scaling, Test Construction, Test Interpretation, Vocabulary Skills

Abstract

This paper was presented as part of a symposium, "The Behavioral Scaling of Psychological and Educational Tests" conducted by Division 5 of the American Psychological Association and the Psychometric Society. A method for determination of scales is outlined and a vocabulary experimental trial of the method is described. It is suggested the results indicate a definite validity to the approach for behavioral determination of scales for psychological and educational tests.

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