Use Of Computer-based Testing Research Articles

A Testing Load: Investigating Test Mode Effects on Test Score, Cognitive Load and Scratch Paper Use with Secondary School Students

The aim of the present study is to reconcile previous findings (a) that testing mode has no effect on test outcomes or cognitive load (Comput Hum Behav 77:1–10, 2017) and (b) that younger learners’ working memory processes are more sensitive to computer-based test formats (J Psychoeduc Assess 37(3):382–394, 2019). We addressed key methodological limitations in past cognitive load research by employing a repeated measures design with 263, year 9 (aged 13–14) science students in Western Australia. Question difficulty (intrinsic cognitive load) and test mode (extraneous cognitive load) were manipulated to measure changes in test performance, cognitive load and scratch paper use on equivalent paper and computer-based versions of an Ohm’s Law revision quiz. Hierarchical linear modelling indicated significantly higher paper-based test performance on difficult questions in addition to greater cognitive load and scratch paper use for all paper questions. Testing mode effects on test score, as well as both measures of cognitive load, were not significant when controlling for working memory capacity, although the testing mode*question difficulty interaction remained significant. Together, these results contradict previous findings that computer-based testing can be implemented without consequence for all learners. With the increased use of computer-based testing in national and international-level assessments, these findings warrant further research into the effect of different testing modes on school-aged students.

Role of a Learning Management System in Medical Curriculum; Students’ initial perception about the use of LMS-Moodle at Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College

The modern medical curriculum has to deliver a great amount of educational content and knowledge to the learners as changes in content delivery are occurring at a very high speed. New technology and tools are introduced each day for this purpose. MS Moodle helps in students` learning mainly through tools which provides students` interactions like discussions forums, timed assignments, and use of computer-based testing as e-assessment tools. During implementation of e-learning platform LMS-Moodle, it was felt necessary to examine students’ perception about Moodle. Objectives: To assess students initial perception of about the use of the learning management system Moodle in integrated modular systems at FRPMC. Methods: The study design was cross-sectional and observational in nature with a quantitative data collection method . The study was conducted at Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College during 2021 to 2022. Total number of participants was 100. The instrument used in the research was a questionnaire consisted of 17 statements presented with 1-5-point Likert scale for responses. The Cronbach alpha test was employed for reliability test. The analysis was done by SPSS version 23. Results: By analyzing overall received feedbacks of participants, the cumulative mean on 5-point Likert scale was 3.3 where 1 considered as strongly disagree and 5 as strongly agree. Conclusions: It was concluded that majority of participants studying in Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College have positive perception and experience of using Learning Management System Moodle in medical curriculum

Stakeholders’ Sapience on the Ease of Use of CBT for Assessment

Computer-based Test for assessment is a method of administering test in which the response is electronically assessed and recorded for accuracy. But users’ reaction to the CBT assessment mode differs. This study focused on stakeholders’ Sapience on the ease of use of Computer -Based Examination for assessment as well as the influence of gender on the Ease use of Computer-Based Test for Assessment. The study was a descriptive research of survey type. Random sampling technique was adopted to select 150 stakeholders for the study. Data were analyzed using frequency and percentages and t-test at 0.05 significant level. The findings from the study revealed that stakeholders have high sapience on the ease of use of CBT for assessment. Also, there was no significant difference between male and female stakeholders on the sapience on the ease of use of computer-based test. The study concluded that stakeholders’ sapience on ease of use of the Computer Based Test improved their digital and innovative skills. It was thus recommended among other that lecturer should be trained on the effective use for assessment.

Computer Based Test In Modern Era For Students At Mitradharma Senior High School

Test is an assessment tool in written form to record or observe student achievement in line with the assessment target (Jacobs & Chase, 1992; Alwasilah, 1996). The answers expected in the test according to Sudjana and Ibrahim (2001) can be written, verbal, or deed. However , the media for the test also affects students ' success in the test . The test activities used in various schools are still conventional, namely only with paper media which has some weaknesses in the process, although in the current era it will be easier and more efficient if the test activities are computer-based or we call CBT (Computer Based Test). Computer Based Test is an exam that is done on a computer so it does not require paper, pen or pencil to answer the questions. According to (S. Al-Amri, 2008: 22-44) Currently, the use of computer-based testing is quite widespread in the corporate world. Therefore CBT ( Computer Based Test ) is the best option in mid test and final exam . This research focused the test on computer media and then the researcher get the results with PBT to know the effectiveness. The writer used approaching method. The data of the research contain 143 participants including 133 students and 10 teachers who use the test with computers media. The results of research have given writer found if those students are interested in CBT other than FBT because it’s easier and it can be solve on time. Beside the data of students the writer have others data from teachers who agree if CBT is acceptable and help teachers to check the results of the test.

Computer Based Test In Modern Era For Students At Mitradharma Senior High School

Test is an assessment tool in written form to record or observe student achievement in line with the assessment target (Jacobs & Chase, 1992; Alwasilah, 1996). The answers expected in the test according to Sudjana and Ibrahim (2001) can be written, verbal, or deed. However , the media for the test also affects students ' success in the test . The test activities used in various schools are still conventional, namely only with paper media which has some weaknesses in the process, although in the current era it will be easier and more efficient if the test activities are computer-based or we call CBT (Computer Based Test). Computer Based Test is an exam that is done on a computer so it does not require paper, pen or pencil to answer the questions. According to (S. Al-Amri, 2008: 22-44) Currently, the use of computer-based testing is quite widespread in the corporate world. Therefore CBT ( Computer Based Test ) is the best option in mid test and final exam . This research focused the test on computer media and then the researcher get the results with PBT to know the effectiveness. The writer used approaching method. The data of the research contain 143 participants including 133 students and 10 teachers who use the test with computers media. The results of research have given writer found if those students are interested in CBT other than FBT because it’s easier and it can be solve on time. Beside the data of students the writer have others data from teachers who agree if CBT is acceptable and help teachers to check the results of the test.

Evaluating Different Scoring Methods for Multiple Response Items Providing Partial Credit.

The multiple response structure can underlie several different technology-enhanced item types. With the increased use of computer-based testing, multiple response items are becoming more common. This response type holds the potential for being scored polytomously for partial credit. However, there are several possible methods for computing raw scores. This research will evaluate several approaches found in the literature using an approach that evaluates how the inclusion of scoring related to the selection/nonselection of both relevant and irrelevant information is incorporated extending Wilson's approach. Results indicated all methods have potential, but the plus/minus and true/false methods seemed the most promising for items using the "select all that apply" instruction set. Additionally, these methods showed a large increase in information per time unit over the dichotomous method.

Experiences of Medical Students About Computer-based Testing: A Qualitative Study

Background: In the modern era, the use of new technology is rapidly expanding, and the area of measurement and assessment in medical sciences has also been affected. Considering the increasing use of computer-based testing (CBT), and the viewpoint and experiences of students are paramount in this regard. Objectives: The present study aimed to describe the experiences of medical students regarding CBT. Methods: This qualitative research was conducted using conventional content analysis during 2018 - 2019. The participants included 10 pre-internship medical students who were selected via purposive sampling. Data were collected via semi-structured interviews, and data analysis was performed in MAXQDA 10. Results: Data analysis eventually led to the emergence of two themes, which were examinee-related components that consisted of two categories (experimental and preferred aspects) and test related components that consisted of three categories (technical, financial, and executive aspects). In addition, each category had subcategories. Conclusions: The participants stated their experiences with CBT from different perspectives. Accordingly, CBT could be a proper alternative to paper-based testing if the weaknesses were resolved. Therefore, it is suggested that other CBTs be evaluated similar to the present study to investigate the views of the stakeholders involved in the assessment system.

МОНИТОРИНГ ЭФФЕКТИВНОСТИ ОБУЧЕНИЯ В УСЛОВИЯХ МОДЕРНИЗАЦИИ И КОМПЬЮТЕРИЗАЦИИ ОБРАЗОВАНИЯ

Article devoted to the capabilities of computer testing in the diagnosis of the results of the educational process. The paper provides a rationale for the relevance and timeliness of the application of this technique in connection with the trends of contemporary social development - computerization and setevizatsiey society. Also attention is paid to the formation of the transformations, which lead to a digital communication technology and, in particular, the Internet. Specifies that the computer testing in a modern two-level university education should be tailored to the received in high school competency approach. A possible variant of use of computer-based testing to assess the results of training students in the discipline “philosophy”. The conclusion about the effectiveness of computer-based testing in the monitoring of education in the modernization and computerization of modern education.

Quality assurance of the Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) of the MRCGP examination – an immediate post-test questionnaire evaluation of the candidates’ views

The Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) of the Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) examination is a computer-based assessment delivered three times a year. A computerised questionnaire, administered immediately after the test, sought candidates' views as part of the test evaluation. Of 1681 candidates taking the test 1418 (84%) responded. Most candidates believed that the test assessed their knowledge of problems relevant to general practice. Their feedback highlighted areas where improvements could be made. Candidates' views of postgraduate specialty medical examinations in the UK are rarely sought or published. We are not aware of other published evidence. The use of computer-based testing enables immediate candidate feedback and can be used routinely to evaluate the test validity and formats. The views of candidates are an important component of quality assurance in reviewing the content, format and educational experience of a high-stakes examination.

Overview of knowledge monitoring online systems

The aim of this study is analysis of the online services of knowledge testing. Objectives of the study is to determine the types and categories of the most popular online services of testing, selection of features. The object of research is the process of computer-based testing. The subject of research is the use of online services for computer testing.The paper stressed the relevance of the use of computer-based testing in the learning process. Indicated that online testing services for organizations with features such as mobility, cross-platform and the opportunity instant use. The review of online services designed to create tasks and test control of knowledge. Highlighted two categories of services online knowledge testing.

An Investigation of Examinee Test-Taking Effort on a Large-Scale Assessment

Assessment results collected under low-stakes testing situations are subject to effects of low examinee effort. The use of computer-based testing allows researchers to develop new ways of measuring examinee effort, particularly using response times. At the item level, responses can be classified as exhibiting either rapid-guessing behavior or solution behavior based on the item response time. Most previous research involving the study of response times has been conducted using locally developed instruments. The purpose of the current study was to examine the amount of rapid-guessing behavior within a commercially available, low-stakes instrument. Results indicate that smaller amounts of rapid-guessing behavior exist within the data compared to published results using other instruments. Additionally, rapid-guessing behavior varied by item and was significantly related to item length, item position, and presence of ancillary reading material. The amount of rapid-guessing behavior was consistently very low among various demographic subpopulations. On average, rapid-guessing behavior was observed on only 1% of item responses. Also found was that a small amount of rapid-guessing behavior can impact institutional rankings.

STUDENTS’ CHARACTERISTICS AS PREDICTORS OF THEIR PERCEPTIONS ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF COMPUTER-BASED TEST IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES

Computer and related technologies provide powerful tools to meet the new challenges of designing and implementing assessments methods that go beyond the conventional practices. With the growing population of students in most Nigerian Universities, there is need for the use of Computer-Based Test (CBT) for assessment. CBT has long been regarded as a potentially powerful asset for providing assessment. The successes of transition from Paper-Based Test (PBT) to CBT in Nigerian universities prompted this study to investigate students perceptions in this field based on a survey study underpinned by the modified Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as the research framework. The study is descriptive and the factors that can predict acceptance of CBT for examination in the Nigerian Universities was investigated in a survey study involving 1506 students. The dimensions used in the study were Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU), Perceived Usefulness (PU) and Perceived Credibility (PC). The three dimensions envisage the use of CBT. The study revealed amongst others that the usefulness, ease of use and credibility are important in the’ use of computer-based test in Nigerian universities. Based on the result, it was recommended that students’ gender and field of study be considered in the use of CBT.

USING COMPUTER-BASED TESTING AS ALTERNATIVE ASSESSMENT METHOD OF STUDENT LEARNING IN DISTANCE EDUCATION

This paper addresses the use of computer-based testing in distance education, based on the experience of Universitas Terbuka (UT), Indonesia. Computer-based testing has been developed at UT for reasons of meeting the specific needs of distance students as the following: In 2004, UT initiated a pilot project in the development of system and program for computer-based testing method. Then in 2005 and 2006 tryouts in the use of computer- based testing methods were conducted in 7 Regional Offices that were considered as having sufficient supporting recourses. The results of the tryouts revealed that students were enthusiastic in taking computer-based tests and they expected that the test method would be provided by UT as alternative to the traditional paper and pencil test method. UT then implemented computer-based testing method in 6 and 12 Regional Offices in 2007 and 2008 respectively. The computer-based testing was administered in the city of the designated Regional Office and was supervised by the Regional Office staff. The development of the computer-based testing was initiated with conducting tests using computers in networked configuration. The system has been continually improved, and it currently uses devices linked to the internet or the World Wide Web. The construction of the test involves the generation and selection of the test items from the item bank collection of the UT Examination Center. Thus the combination of the selected items compromises the test specification.

Working style and extraversion: New insights into the nature of item response latencies in computer-based intelligence testing

With the increasing use of computer-based testing, there is more research interest in possible interpretations of response latencies in various test settings. So far, individual differences in response latencies and the impact of personality variables are seldom investigated. Thus, the aim of the present study is to analyse the impact of Big Five scores on item response latencies. Therefore, 48 reasoning ability items and a personality battery were administrated in a computer-based assessment to 101 students. Mean response latencies on reasoning ability seem to moderate significantly on the relation of extraversion and intelligence. Results are discussed in terms of differential validity of intelligence tests for extraverted persons.

Mastering Cardiac Auscultation Over the Internet: Use of Computer-based Testing to Demonstrate the Power of Repetition

Mastering Cardiac Auscultation Over the Internet: Use of Computer-based Testing to Demonstrate the Power of Repetition

MARK II End Cap Calorimeter Electronics

An end cap calorimeter system has been added to the MARK II detector in preparation for its use at the SLAC Linear Collider. The calorimeter uses 8744 rectangular proportional counter tubes. This paper describes the design features of the data acquisition electronics that has been installed on the calorimeter. The design and use of computer-based test stands for the amplification and signal-shaping components is also covered. A portion of the complete system has been tested in a beam at SLAC. In these initial tests, using only the calibration provided by the test stands, a resolution of 18%/√E* was achieved.