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A comparability and classification analysis of computerized adaptive and conventional paper- based versions of an English language proficiency reading subtest
(Bilkent University, 2022-01)The current study compares the computerized adaptive test (CAT) and paper-based test (PBT) versions of an English language proficiency reading subtest in terms of psychometric qualities. The study also investigates ... -
Comparability of scores from cat and paper and pencil implementations of student selection examination to higher education
(Bilkent University, 2015-05)The purpose of this study was to investigate the possibility of computerized adaptive testing (CAT) format as an alternative to the paper and pencil (P&P) test of the student selection examination (SSE) in Turkey. The ... -
Comparison of imposter-related groups based in PISA 2018 dataset
(Bilkent University, 2023-01)Comparison of imposter-related groups based in PISA 2018 dataset Fraudulent feelings affect some people in a way that they don’t attribute their success to effort and intelligence. Instead, they feel that they succeed ... -
Cross country comparison of math-related factors affecting student mathematics literacy levels based on PISA 2012 results
(Bilkent University, 2020-01)The purpose of the current study is to investigate the relationship between mathematics related affective factors and mathematics literacy levels across Brazil, Norway, Singapore and Turkey. The countries selected ... -
Differences between school types in reading related factors based on 2009 cycle of PISA
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)This study aims to find out whether there is any difference between school types in terms of reading enjoyment time, reading attitude and learning strategies based on Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) ... -
Differences in scientific epistemic beliefs among regions and school types in Turkey
(Bilkent University, 2022-10)The purpose of this study was to reveal differences in students’ scientific epistemic beliefs between geographic regions and school type in Turkey. The geographic regions were selected as 12 NUTS-1 regions and school types ... -
Dimensions of student evaluation of teaching forms at university level
(Bilkent University, 2022-09)When instructional effectiveness is evaluated, it is essential to gather data from different sources to obtain valid judgments. Among several ways to assess instructional effectiveness, Student Evaluation of Teaching (SET), ... -
Effects of the quality of educational environments on student literacy results based on PISA 2012
(Bilkent University, 2015)This study aims to explore the effect of school environments on student literacy achievement levels in reading among 15-year-old students participating in PISA 2012. The purpose of this study is to determine the variables ... -
Explaining the factors associated with the likelihood of academic resilience in science and mathematics literacies in PISA 2012
(Bilkent University, 2017-05)This study investigated teacher- and school-related factors which affect science and mathematics achievement of the students who have a socio-economically disadvantaged background in Turkey. A segmentation method was used ... -
Factors affecting mathematics literacy of students based on PISA 2012 : a cross-cultural examination
(Bilkent University, 2017-05)The main purpose of this study is to determine factors affecting mathematics literacy level of participating countries based on the framework of Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2012. In this study, ... -
Gender and student achievement in Turkey : school types and regional differences based on PISA 2012 data
(Bilkent University, 2017-05)Gender inequality has always been a major global issue in all fields. Unfortunately, we are living in a world that is still dealing with this persistent problem, the core of which is primarily education. According to global ... -
Identifying factors related to students' English proficiency levels through a segmentation method
(Bilkent University, 2015)English is regarded as the common language all over the world. It is used as the language to communicate in politics, economy, tourism, and education in addition to many other fields. As the need to communicate in English ... -
Investigation of Turkish students’ performance in mathematics, reading and science literacy in the pisa 2012 data
(Bilkent University, 2015-05)Every student needs to be provided a certain minimum level of acquisition in the education system. Hence, this study investigated differences in students’ performance in mathematics, reading and science literacy among the ... -
Item alignment with course objectives and item quality in an English language preparatory school
(Bilkent University, 2021-07)In this study, the alignment of test items and learning objectives and parameters of assessment items at a private university English language preparatory school were analyzed. For this purpose, all items in quizzes and ... -
Predicting high school students’ academic achievement in international and national programs based on admission examination: a case study from Turkey
(Bilkent University, 2020-06)Predicting students’ future academic performance is an important discussion in the world of education that began to gain importance more than fifty years ago. Predictions of academic performance is of paramount importance ... -
Predicting problem-solving skills of students from different socio-economic background using math- and self-related variables
(Bilkent University, 2019-10)The purpose of this study is to examine relationships between math- and self- related variables and problem-solving skills of students on PISA 2012 Turkish sample. Students’ socio-economic status was used as a control ... -
Predicting students problem-solving skills through home and parent related factors, school types, and affective variables
(Bilkent University, 2019-10)Problem-solving skill is one of the important qualifications that individuals need to have to cope with challenges in daily life. That’s why, developing this skill is one of the purpose of Turkish mathematics curriculum. ... -
The relationship between student and teacher related factors and students‟ problem solving skill throughout Turkey and across school types : PISA 2012 analysis
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)Problem solving, which is one of the 21st century skills, is a targeted skill to gain by students in schools. However, problem solving is not taught as a separate lesson. Teachers should integrate this skill into their ... -
Relationship between students’ SES and literacy levels under the effect of different levels of school SES: a secondary analysis of Estonia, Belarus, and Azerbaijan on PISA 2018
(Bilkent University, 2021-07)The purpose of the current study is to investigate the relationship between individual and school socioeconomic status when school SES is considered, and literacy levels in Estonia, Belarus, and Azerbaijan based on PISA ... -
Students' cognitive levels in science subtest of undergraduate placement examination in Turkey
(Bilkent University, 2016-09)The Undergraduate Placement Examination (UPE) determines students’ future careers in three hours. The content of the UPE, its quality, and the cognitive level of the items, must have high selectivity features in terms of ...
