Write
a paragraph on the
the following topic
(150-words) advanteges
disadvantages of
class
test
Answers
Answer:
Though some types of questions are quick and easy to write or score, the focus should be on student’s ability to think critically and assess how students learn the material.
Advantages by Question Type
Multiple-choice
Easy to score (by hand or electronically)
Can test higher-order thinking skills (but difficult to write)
Much content covered on a single exam and still be answered in a class period
True-false
Quick and easy to score
Short-answer
Quick and easy to write and grade.
Essay
Can demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities in various ways
Can help develop student writing skills
Test banks
Save instructors time and energy involved in writing test questions
Use the terms and methods in the text
Disadvantages by Question Type
Multiple-choice
Often tests “test taking” skills
Students can guess and get credit for things they don’t know
Expose students to misinformation that can influence subsequent thinking about the content
Takes time and skill to construct good questions
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