The development of on-line tests based on multiple choice questions

Roy, G.G. and Armarego, J. (2003) The development of on-line tests based on multiple choice questions. In: Taniar, D. and Rahayu, J.W., (eds.) Web-Powered Databases. Idea Group, Hershey, PA, pp. 121-143.

Abstract

This chapter is concerned with the use of web-based technologies to deliver and manage online multiple choice tests for university teaching. The data defining the tests and the results of each student’s attempt is maintained in a server side database. The test is delivered in a web page that can be displayed by a standard web browser. Students are thus able to access the required tests from anywhere they can access their course content that is also delivered, in large part, on the web. Multiple choices tests have been shown to be an effective way of both supporting the learning experience and providing an objective assessment process. The basic elements of the required technology are described including some implementation issues that are necessary to achieve a viable and robust system. Some of the key issues include the use of server side tools for database access and client side components to deliver and manage the user interface.

Publication Type:	Book Chapter
Murdoch Affiliation:	School of Engineering
Publisher:	Idea Group
Copyright:	(c) Idea Group Publishing
URI:	http://researchrepository.murdoch.edu.au/id/eprint/945

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