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Argument-Based Validation in Testing and Assessment
Carol A. Chapelle shows readers how to design validation research for tests of human capacities and performance.Any test that is used to make decisions about people or programs should have undergone extensive research to demonstrate that the scores are actually appropriate for their intended purpose.Argument-Based Validation in Testing and Assessment is intended to help close the gap between theory and practice, by introducing, explaining, and demonstrating how test developers can formulate the overall design for their validation research from an argument-based perspective.
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Practical Program Evaluation : Theory-Driven Evaluation and the Integrated Evaluation Perspective
The Second Edition of Practical Program Evaluation shows readers how to systematically identify stakeholders’ needs in order to select the evaluation options best suited to meet those needs.Within his discussion of the various evaluation types, Huey T.Chen details a range of evaluation approaches suitable for use across a program’s life cycle.At the core of program evaluation is its body of concepts, theories, and methods.This revised edition provides an overview of these, and includes expanded coverage of both introductory and more cutting-edge techniques within six new chapters.Illustrated throughout with real-world examples that bring the material to life, the Second Edition provides many new tools to enrich the evaluator’s toolbox.
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Transactional Analysis : A Relational Perspective
Transactional analysis is growing in popularity as an approach to psychotherapy, and this book provides an in-depth, comprehensive model of theory and practice. Transactional Analysis: A Relational Perspective presents a relational model of psychotherapy which reflects the theoretical and methodological changes that have been evolving over recent years.In this book, Helena Hargaden and Charlotte Sills tell the story of their model through case history, theory and diagram illustrating how the unconscious process comes to life in the consulting room.Their relational theory and applied methodology of transactional analysis makes it possible to chart realms of uncertainty and the unknown, (deconfusion of the Child ego state), with theoretical assistance.Transactional Analysis: A Relational Perspective covers:* the approach* the dynamics of the relationship* therapeutic transactions* wider implications. It looks at the whole therapeutic relationship, from the establishment of the working alliance, to the terminating of therapy and beyond.It will be of great interest to postgraduates and professionals in the field of psychotherapy.
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Qualitative Housing Analysis : an International Perspective
This new volume provides a theoretical and empirical perspective on the value, potential and contribution that qualitative research methodologies bring to the analysis of housing policy issues within an international context.This encompasses key housing issues, including: the meaning and significance of home; homelessness; resident participation; housing renewal and gentrification; socially mixed housing communities; Irish Gypsies; and post-apartheid housing policies.The book also includes discussion of specific methodological challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by researchers (and policy-makers).The book's core strength lies in its ability to showcase the versatility and practical application of qualitative research in housing studies.
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How is performance understood from a Christian perspective?
From a Christian perspective, performance is understood as an opportunity to glorify God through the use of one's talents and abilities. It is seen as a way to serve others and bring joy and inspiration to those who witness it. Christians believe that their performance should be done with excellence and integrity, as a reflection of their faith and dedication to God. Ultimately, performance is seen as a way to honor God and bring about positive impact in the world.
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What is the assessment from the perspective of a democrat?
From the perspective of a democrat, the assessment of a situation would likely focus on ensuring that the process is fair, transparent, and inclusive. Democrats would prioritize the input and participation of all stakeholders, and would seek to gather diverse perspectives in order to make informed decisions. They would also emphasize the importance of accountability and the protection of individual rights and freedoms. Overall, the assessment would be guided by the principles of democracy, with a focus on promoting equality, justice, and the common good.
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Which perspective?
The perspective that one chooses to adopt can greatly influence their understanding of a situation or issue. It can shape their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors. By considering different perspectives, individuals can gain a more well-rounded view of a topic and make more informed decisions. It is important to be open to different perspectives in order to foster empathy, understanding, and collaboration.
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What is your conclusion and evaluation of the Nuremberg Trials from your perspective?
The Nuremberg Trials were a significant moment in history, as they marked the first time that individuals were held accountable for committing atrocities on such a large scale. From my perspective, the trials were a crucial step in establishing the principle that individuals, regardless of their position or authority, could be held responsible for their actions. The trials also set a precedent for international law and the prosecution of war crimes, laying the foundation for future tribunals such as the International Criminal Court. While the trials were not without controversy and criticism, they represented a pivotal moment in the pursuit of justice and accountability for human rights violations.
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Comprehensibility in Language Assessment : A Broader Perspective
Comprehensibility is considered central to successful communication (Munro & Derwing, 1995a, 2007).Yet, despite the crucial role it plays in communication and the contribution it makes towards the assessment of spoken language ability, comprehensibility has occupied an ambiguous position in language testing.At times, it is feature-driven, taking a linguistically-atomistic approach with little reference to context or communicative purpose, treating comprehensibility as an abstract construct made up only of linguistic components.At other times, the assessment of comprehensibility is an intuitive action, relying on a holistic sense of understanding by the assessor and rarely going beyond the speaker's utterances to include listener characteristics.The lack of a perspective that encompasses broader linguistic and socio-pragmatic factors that contribute to achieving meaning in spoken language has motivated us to propose the current manuscript as an approach to understanding, defining and assessing comprehensibility.In this monograph, we argue that conceptualising comprehensibility as a multidimensional construct and adopting a broader perspective to understanding and analysing it for communication purposes would benefit the fields of second language assessment and second language acquisition.
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Rethinking Input-Output Analysis : A Spatial Perspective
This textbook helps students to understand the social, economic, and environmental importance of the mutual relations between industries in the same and in different regions and nations and demonstrates how to model these relations using regional, interregional, and international input-output (IO) models.It enables readers to extend these basic IO models with endogenous household expenditures, to employ supply-use tables (SUTs) that explicitly distinguish the products used and sold by industry, and to use social accounting matrices (SAMs) that detail the generation, redistribution and spending of income.In addition to the standard demand-driven IO quantity model and its accompanying cost-push IO price model, the book also discusses the economic assumptions and usefulness of the supply-driven IO quantity model and its accompanying revenue-pull IO price model.The final chapters highlight three main applications of the IO model: (1) economic impact analysis of negative supply shocksas caused by, for example, natural disasters, (2) linkages, key sector, and cluster analysis, (3) structural decomposition analysis, especially of regional, interregional, and international growth, and demonstrate the strengths and weaknesses of these IO applications.Written for graduate students of regional and spatial science as well as for economists and planners, this book provides a better understanding of the foundations, the power, the applicability and the limitations of input-output analysis.The second, completely revised edition expands on updating IO tables, modelling the disaster reconstruction phase, and includes an appendix on the necessary matrix algebra.
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Ordinal Data Analysis : Statistical Perspective with Applications
This book is a step-by-step data story for analyzing ordinal data from start to finish.The book is for researchers, statisticians and scientists who are working with datasets where the response is ordinal.This type of data is common in many disciplines, not just in surveys (as is often thought).For example, in the biological sciences, there is an interest in understanding and predicting the (growth) stage (of a plant or animal) based on a multitude of factors.Likewise, ordinal data is common in environmental sciences (for example, stage of a storm), chemical sciences (for example, type of reaction), physical sciences (for example, stage of damage when force is applied), medical sciences (for example, degree of pain) and social sciences (for example, demographic factors like social status categorized in brackets).There has been no complete text about how to model an ordinal response as a function of multiple numerical and categorical predictors.There has always been a reluctance and reticence towards ordinal data as it lies in a no-man’s land between numerical and categorical data.Examples from health sciences are used to illustrate in detail the process of how to analyze ordinal data, from exploratory analysis to modeling, to inference and diagnostics.This book also shows how Likert-type analysis is often used incorrectly and discusses the reason behind it.Similarly, it discusses the methods related to Structural Equations and talks about appropriate uses of this class of methods. The text is meant to serve as a reference book and to be a “how-to” resource along with the “why” and “when” for modeling ordinal data. Key Features:Includes applications of the statistical theoryIncludes illustrated examples with the associated R and SAS codeDiscusses the key differences between the different methods that are used for ordinal data analysisBridges the gap between methods for ordinal data analysis used in different disciplines
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Unlocking the Power of Teacher Feedback : A Student-Centric Perspective
This volume addresses the pivotal role of feedback in enhancing students' motivation and learning.Through a series of innovative studies, it uncovers the intricacies of how students perceive and utilize feedback, offering practical strategies for educators while bridging the gap between feedback research and classroom practice. The book showcases six outstanding studies that offer unique insights into how teacher feedback influences student learning and achievement, all from the perspectives of students.Chapters delve into various meaningful explorations of the paramount role of feedback in education, offering readers profound insights into its pivotal significance, the nuanced ways students respond to it, and the intricate mechanisms governing its influence on student achievement and engagement.The volume uncovers key mediators such as growth-oriented goals, feedback beliefs, and school identification, shedding light on how these factors shape the impact of feedback.It also introduces practical strategies, like rebuttal writing, and emphasizes the need for personalized feedback aligned with students' cognitive styles.Additionally, the book provides a comprehensive comparison across grades and feedback comments, all while serving as a practical guide for educators, researchers, and policymakers, thereby facilitating the implementation of evidence-based feedback practices grounded in students' voices and perspectives, ultimately enriching their learning. This book will be a key resource for researchers and academics in educational psychology, student learning, and assessment, while also appealing to educators, teachers, school administrators and policymakers seeking to enhance their understanding of feedback's role in education and to improve their feedback practices.It was originally published in Educational Psychology.
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Can you help me with the analysis of the narrative perspective?
Of course! Analyzing the narrative perspective involves examining who is telling the story and how it impacts the reader's understanding of the events. Consider the point of view (first-person, third-person, omniscient, etc.), the reliability of the narrator, and how their perspective shapes the reader's interpretation of the characters and plot. Pay attention to how the narrative perspective influences the reader's emotions and engagement with the story. By closely analyzing these elements, you can gain a deeper insight into the narrative perspective of the text.
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Which writing perspective?
The writing perspective refers to the point of view from which a story is told. It can be first person, where the narrator is a character in the story and uses "I" to tell the story. It can also be second person, where the narrator addresses the reader as "you," or third person, where the narrator is not a character in the story and uses "he," "she," or "they" to tell the story. The choice of writing perspective can greatly impact how the reader experiences and interprets the story.
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From whose perspective?
The perspective from which a story or situation is being told can greatly influence the way it is perceived. It is important to consider the perspective of the narrator or the person telling the story, as well as the perspectives of the different characters involved. Understanding the different viewpoints can provide a more comprehensive understanding of the situation and can help to uncover different layers of meaning and interpretation.
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Is the cavalier perspective the same as the parallel perspective?
No, the cavalier perspective and the parallel perspective are not the same. The cavalier perspective is a type of 3D drawing where the object is shown in its true size and shape, but the depth is not shown accurately. The parallel perspective, on the other hand, is a type of 3D drawing where the object is shown with accurate depth and proportions using parallel lines to create the illusion of depth. In summary, the cavalier perspective does not accurately represent depth, while the parallel perspective does.
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