A Comparison of Linear, Fixed-Form Computer-Based Testing versus Traditional Paper-and-Pencil-Format Testing in Veterinary Medical Education

2006 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 455-464 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lillian C. Folk ◽  
J. Zachary March ◽  
Robin D. Hurst
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Computer Based Testing ◽  
Paper And Pencil

scholarly journals Security Considerations and Recommendations in Computer-Based Testing

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saleh M. Al-Saleem ◽  
Hanif Ullah
Keyword(s):  
Test Administration ◽  
Biometric Authentication ◽  
Test Security ◽  
Item Banks ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Computer Based Testing ◽  
Authentication System ◽  
Paper And Pencil

Many organizations and institutions around the globe are moving or planning to move their paper-and-pencil based testing to computer-based testing (CBT). However, this conversion will not be the best option for all kinds of exams and it will require significant resources. These resources may include the preparation of item banks, methods for test delivery, procedures for test administration, and last but not least test security. Security aspects may include but are not limited to the identification and authentication of examinee, the risks that are associated with cheating on the exam, and the procedures related to test delivery to the examinee. This paper will mainly investigate the security considerations associated with CBT and will provide some recommendations for the security of these kinds of tests. We will also propose a palm-based biometric authentication system incorporated with basic authentication system (username/password) in order to check the identity and authenticity of the examinee.

scholarly journals Smart device-based testing for medical students in Korea: satisfaction, convenience, and advantages

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
pp. 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eun Young Lim ◽  
Mi Kyoung Yim ◽  
Sun Huh
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Likert Scale ◽  
Smart Device ◽  
School Of Medicine ◽  
National University ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Computer Based Testing ◽  
Licensing Examination ◽  
Paper And Pencil

The aim of this study was to investigate respondents’ satisfaction with smart device-based testing (SBT), as well as its convenience and advantages, in order to improve its implementation. The survey was conducted among 108 junior medical students at Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, Korea, who took a practice licensing examination using SBT in September 2015. The survey contained 28 items scored using a 5-point Likert scale. The items were divided into the following three categories: satisfaction with SBT administration, convenience of SBT features, and advantages of SBT compared to paper-and-pencil testing or computer-based testing. The reliability of the survey was 0.95. Of the three categories, the convenience of the SBT features received the highest mean (M) score (M= 3.75, standard deviation [SD]= 0.69), while the category of satisfaction with SBT received the lowest (M= 3.13, SD= 1.07). No statistically significant differences across these categories with respect to sex, age, or experience were observed. These results indicate that SBT was practical and effective to take and to administer.

scholarly journals Computer-Based and Paper-and-Pencil Tests: A Study in Calculus for STEM Majors

2020 ◽  
Vol 58 (7) ◽  
pp. 1256-1278
Author(s):  
Lawrence Smolinsky ◽  
Brian D. Marx ◽  
Gestur Olafsson ◽  
Yanxia A. Ma
Keyword(s):  
Due Dates ◽  
Stem Majors ◽  
Mathematics Majors ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Computer Based Testing ◽  
Paper And Pencil ◽  
And Mathematics

Computer-based testing is an expanding use of technology offering advantages to teachers and students. We studied Calculus II classes for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics majors using different testing modes. Three sections with 324 students employed: paper-and-pencil testing, computer-based testing, and both. Computer tests gave immediate feedback and allowed multiple submissions and pooling. Paper-and-pencil tests (PPTs) required work and explanation allowing inspection of high cognitive demand tasks. Each test mode used the strength of its method. Students were given the same lecture by the same instructor on the same day and the same homework assignments and due dates. The design is quasi-experimental, but students were not aware of the testing mode at registration. Two basic questions examined were as follows: (a) Do paper-and-pencil and computer-based tests (CBTs) measure knowledge and skill in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics Calculus II in a consistent manner? (b) How does the knowledge and skill gained by students in a fully computer-based Calculus II class compare to students in a class requiring pencil-and-paper tests and hence some paper-and-pencil work. These results indicate that CBTs are as consistent with PPTs as CBTs are with themselves. Results are also consistent with classes using PPTs having slightly better outcomes than fully computer-based classes using only computer assessments.

scholarly journals Validity in Computer-Based Testing: a Literature Review of Comparability Issues and Examinee Perspectives

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 86
Author(s):  
Ika Kana Trisnawati
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Test Reliability ◽  
Computer Algorithm ◽  
Testing Time ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Computer Based Testing ◽  
Paper And Pencil ◽  
Measuring Tool

These past years have seen the growing popularity of the Computer-Based Tests (CBTs) in various disciplines, for various purposes, although the Paper-and Pencil Based Tests (P&Ps) are still in use. However, many question on whether the use of CBTs outperform the effectiveness of the P&Ps or if the CBTs can become a valid measuring tool compared to the PBTs. This paper tries to present the comparison on both the CBTs and the P&Ps and their respective examinee perspectives in order to figure out if doubts should arise to the emergence of the CBTs over the classic P&Ps. Findings showed that the CBTs are advantageous in that they are both efficient (reducing testing time) and effective (maintaining the test reliability) over the P&P versions. Nevertheless, the CBTs still need to have their variables well-designed (e.g., study design, computer algorithm) in order for the scores to be comparable to those in the P&P tests since the score equivalence is one of the validity evidences needed in a CBT.

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