Use of NBME Examinations to Assess Retention of Basic Science Knowledge.

Kennedy, William B.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1981-Mar

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Use of NBME Examinations to Assess Retention of Basic Science Knowledge.

Kennedy, William B.; And Others

Journal of Medical Education, v56 n3 p167-73 Mar 1981

Ten years ago the results of the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) minitest suggested that there would be little change in total basic science examination performance between the second and fourth year of medical school. Five projects are reported that sustain these results. (Author/JMD)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biochemistry, Comparative Analysis, Higher Education, Knowledge Level, Longitudinal Studies, Medical Education, Medical Students, Retention (Psychology), Science Tests, Test Interpretation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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