The Relationship between Test Mode (Computer or Paper-based), Cognitive Load, and Test Performance in a Chemistry Classroom Setting

• In Event: FR - Assessment

Short Description

The purpose of this study was to explore how test mode (computer-based versus paper-based) influenced test performance and cognitive load. Cognitive load was measured using students’ self-reported mental effort and difficulty. During the semester, 224 undergraduate chemistry students took three assessments either on computer or paper with some time interval between assessments. The results showed no significant differences among conditions within this study. Cognitive load measures did not predict student performance.

Authors

• Anna Prisacari, Iowa State University

• Jared Danielson, Iowa State - Dept. of Veterinary Pathology