Test Collection Based Evaluation of Information Retrieval Systems

Focusing on the evolution of evaluation methods for information retrieval systems, this book surveys nearly 60 years of research, highlighting the significance of test collections as a standard practice. It delves into various evaluation measures and methods, providing a comprehensive analysis of statistical significance testing in retrieval experimentation. This work serves as a critical resource for understanding the effectiveness of information retrieval systems and the methodologies that have shaped their assessment over the decades.