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What is Equating and Why is it Used? (ERAC Q&A Series)
Even when examination forms are carefully designed to be
equivalent, some variation in difficulty between forms is likely. Variations in difficulty become especially
problematic when the purpose of the examination is to determine whether someone
is sufficiently competent to practice a profession or obtain a credential. It is inherently unfair for some candidates
to be given harder examinations while others are given easier examinations
unless these differences are taken into account. Equating addresses these differences by determining
the equivalent passing score on multiple examination forms.
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CLEAR Awards Program 2008: Nominations Open
As part of its commitment to promoting regulatory excellence, CLEAR welcomes outstanding submissions to its 2008 Awards Program. CLEAR recognizes excellence in the following categories:
- Investigator of the Year
- Investigative Team of the Year
- CLEAR Recognition
- Member Achievement
- Program
- Service
Recipients will be honored at CLEAR's 28th Annual Conference in Anchorage, Alaska - September 25-27, 2008.
Further information and an online application form
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CLEAR Call Webinar: Top Secrets of Cheaters and What to Do About
It (March 19 - 1:00 p.m. EST)
The latest offering in CLEAR's popular webinar series will be
Top Secrets of Cheaters and What to Do About
It.
This will discuss contemporary issues and provide essential information related to
the security of administering licensure and certification examinations, in
particular, technological advancements that threaten high stakes examination
programs and legal issues to protect such programs before and after adverse
events.
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New NCIT Programs Announced
Basic NCIT Programs:
-Columbus, Ohio - April 14-16, 2008
-Toronto, Ontario - May 5-7, 2008
-Anchorage, Alaska - September 22-24, 2008
Specialized NCIT Programs
-Columbus, Ohio - April 14-16, 2008
-Toronto, Ontario - May 5-7, 2008 -
-Anchorage, Alaska - September 22-24, 2008
Further information and online registration
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CLEAR Executive Leadership Program for Regulators: Toronto (June 19-20, 2008)
CLEAR's renowned Executive Leadership Program for Regulators will return to Toronto this summer. Registrations are now open for a program that is sure to be popular.
The highly interactive program content includes issues and challenges associated with:
- Regulatory Leadership
- Organizational Culture and Change
- Creating a Positive Public Relations Image
- Creating Appropriate Relationships with Stakeholders
- Mastering the Art of Negotiation
Further information and online registration.
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About CLEAR
CLEAR promotes excellence through its educational programs, networking opportunities, publications, inquiry and other services for everyone involved with the professional and occupational regulatory community. |
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CLEAR 2008 ConferencePromoting Regulatory Excellence
September 25-27, 2008
Anchorage, Alaska
Training: Sept. 22-24
Exhibitor Showcase: September 25-26
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CLEAR Calendar
March 19, 2008
CLEAR Call Webinar: Top Secrets of Cheaters and What to Do About Them
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April 14-16, 2008Basic and Specialized NCIT ProgramsColumbus, OhioMore informationMay 5-7, 2008Basic and Specialized NCIT ProgramsToronto, OntarioMore information
June 19-20, 2008 Tailored Executive Leadership Program for Regulators
Toronto, Ontario
RegisterSept. 22-24, 2008
Basic and Specialized Programs
Anchorage, Alaska
More information
Sept. 22-24, 2008
Executive Leadership Program for Regulators
Anchorage, Alaska Sept. 24, 2008
Board Member Training Program
Hotel Captain Cook
Anchorage, Alaska
Sept. 24, 2008
Committee Meetings
Hotel Captain Cook
Anchorage, Alaska
Sept. 25-27, 2008
Annual Conference
Hotel Captain Cook
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