The Database Format Question: An Alternative to Multiple Choice and Free Format for Computer Based Testing.

Fry, D. J.

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ERIC Number: EJ415270

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Database Format Question: An Alternative to Multiple Choice and Free Format for Computer Based Testing.

Fry, D. J.

Computers and Education, v14 n5 p395-401 1990

Discussion of computer-based testing (CBT) focuses on the development of the database format question (DFQ) which allows the user to build up a more complex answer than multiple choice by selecting items from a database presented on the computer screen. Programing is explained and an evaluation of DFQ is included. (Seven references) (LRW)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Databases, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education, Medical Students, Programing, Questionnaires, Test Construction, Test Format, Test Items

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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