Case study
Multiple choice assessment on a 'Government and Institutions' module
| Case study summary | |
|---|---|
| Author | Stephen Driver |
| Organisation | University of Surrey, Roehampton |
| Contact | s.driver@roehampton.ac.uk |
| Disciplinary focus | Social policy |
| Publication date | 12 December 2002 |
| Keywords | mulitple choice assessment, student confidence |
Description
First year social policy students were found to have gaps in their foundational factual knowledge of a module entitled 'government and institutions' which created barriers to more advanced work in subsequent modules. A one-hour multiple choice exam has been developed as part of the assessment. Student feedback is positive and the teaching benefits are that it builds student confidence early on whilst also allowing staff to identify any early problems. A few questions are attached to indicate the level of understanding required. Further developments have occurred.
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