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Making the Case for Computer-Based Tests: Why and How

Making the Case for Computer-Based Tests: Why and How. What do I really need? What is available ? Why do I need to have a plan?. Definitions. CBT – Computer Based Test Taking the test on a computer Test Development Software Software used to design, score and report on tests. Major Issues.

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Making the Case for Computer-Based Tests: Why and How

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  1. Making the Case forComputer-Based Tests:Why and How What do I really need? What is available ? Why do I need to have a plan?

  2. Definitions • CBT – Computer Based Test • Taking the test on a computer • Test Development Software • Software used to design, score and report on tests

  3. Major Issues • Licensing exams are high stakes exams • Tests need to be fair and valid • Competency is vital to public protection • Security is an absolute must • ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act • Cut scores set the standard

  4. Major Issues (cont) • Reciprocity • Certification vs. Recertification • Minimum Competency Standard

  5. Back to Computers • CBT How many states administer certification exams via computer? • Pencil Paper Exams How many states grade paper pencil exams using a scanner and computer? • Word or Word Perfect Method How many states use this method and still hand grade exams?

  6. CBT (Computer Based Tests) • Number of different ways to accomplish • WAN (Wide Area Network) • LAN (Local Area Network) • Professional Testing Centers • Other Licensing Agencies (DMV)

  7. Benefits of CBT • Efficient exam administration • Score reports available immediately • Reduced staff workload • Testing statistics • Greater capacity • Increased public protection

  8. Benefits of CBT (cont) • Greater Security • Standard Testing Environment • Expanded Exam Development

  9. Challenges with CBT Implentation • Initial cost of equipment • Testing software • Increased administration costs (?) • Selling Change (internal & external) • Developing Policy • Offering only one testing format

  10. Challenges Specific to VA • Distraction complaints • Loss of control/service (DMV budget cuts, staff & hours) • Time spent putting tests on DMV equipment

  11. Exam Development Software • The 3 best programs • 1. LXRTest 6.0 • 2. LXRTest 6.0 • 3. LXRTest 6.0

  12. Making it Happen • What is needed? • Preaching to the choir? • Convinced? • Action is needed • What can you do? • Do you need help? • How and from whom?

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