Anatolii Maslak

Within the framework of the theory of latent variables, the latent variable «motivation to success» is meas-ured on a linear scale. It is shown that estimations of indicators (questionnaire items) vary in big range that allows to measure precisely both low, and high level of motivation to success. The analysis of motivation to success is carried out within sex and age of employees.

The paper deals with the procedure of measurement of pupils’ proficiency about traffic rules. The measurement was held within the framework of the theory of latent variables based on the Rash dichotomic model. The analysis of quality of the test as measuring tool was fulfilled. The obtained results have shown that the test has good statistical properties.

In this paper the results of monitoring the level of development of creative abilities of students of fifth grade as a result of the implementation of the program of formation of creativity. The study was conducted in the framework of the theory of measurement of latent variables based on the model Rush.

In this work the technique of an assessment of creativity of teenagers is considered. The creativity assessment example on a linear scale is analysed, efficiency of the program for formation of creativity is measured and value of more detailed studying of this problem is staticized.

Within the framework of the theory of latent variables teachers’ professional performance based on portfolio is measured. The analysis of portfolio as a measuring tool is carried out and distinctive indicators of portfolio are considered. Results of measurement of teachers’ professional performance are used for comparison of schools.