Computer Administered Testing in a Classroom Setting
- 1 September 1989
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Research on Computing in Education
- Vol. 22 (1) , 69-76
- https://doi.org/10.1080/08886504.1989.10781903
Abstract
This study utilized an empirical model to assess the equivalence of computerized testing methods compared to the traditional pencil-and-paper mode of testing. The controversy surrounding computerized testing is noted and the literature to date is surveyed. Using a regression design, student performance on the two administered modes was compared controlling for ability and past microcomputer experience. Three item formats (multiple-choice, true-false, and matching) were analyzed. While the computer mode produced comparable overall results to the pencil-and-paper mode, the matching question format showed a significant difference. Discussion emphasizes the implications of this study as support for the use of computerized testing in the classroom setting.Keywords
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