Estimation of technical change: Direct semi/nonparametric approaches
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DOI: 10.1016/j.econlet.2021.109734
Abstract: Abstract This paper introduces some novel approaches to formulate and estimate technical change (TC) nonparametrically in a variety of cases without estimating the underlying production technology that is usually specified by a production, cost or… read more here.
Keywords: change; estimation technical; direct semi; change direct ... See more keywords
Direct and semi-direct ultrasonic testing for quality control of FRC-concrete adhesion
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DOI: 10.1016/j.istruc.2021.02.061
Abstract: Abstract Externally bonded Fiber Reinforced Composite (FRC) materials, such as Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) and Fiber Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM), have been increasingly used over the last decades for retrofitting existing structural elements due to… read more here.
Keywords: fiber reinforced; adhesion; direct semi; semi direct ... See more keywords
Evaluating the effectiveness of the training program on direct and semi-direct oral proficiency assessment: A case of multifaceted Rasch analysis
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DOI: 10.1080/2331186x.2019.1670592
Abstract: Abstract An Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) may be evaluated either during the interview procedure (direct-method) or from a tape-made oral interaction (semi-direct method). Such variety in methods of assessment can influence test takers’ scores extensively.… read more here.
Keywords: oral tests; direct oral; direct semi; test ... See more keywords