Developing Computer-Based Assessments for Large-Enrollment Classes: A Faculty Workshop for STEM Disciplines

• In Event: Poster Session 13
  In Poster Session: Faculty Teaching, Evaluation, and Development SIG Posters

Abstract

The design of effective digitization for formative and summative assessments that are suitable for computer-based exam delivery remains an open challenge across disciplines in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The STEM-specific challenges include the need to adequately evaluate conceptual understanding, design skills, and solution structure that exceed the capabilities of rote multiple-choice formats. At a large four-year public university, we have developed and evaluated a six-week cross-disciplinary Assessment Digitization Innovation (ADI) Workshop that supports STEM faculty in developing computer-based examinations.This case study evaluates the results of the workshop from the 2016 and 2017 cohorts. The summative evaluation results indicated a high level of satisfaction among participants with the ADI strategy and hands-on activities.

Authors

• Ronald DeMara, University of Central Florida

• Baiyun Chen, University of Central Florida

• Richard Hartshorne, University of Central Florida

• Richard Tripp, University of Central Florida