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trainee ought to know. The test writing challenge is further complicated by the inherent
ambiguities and interpretations of the written language. To make it perfectly clear in the
mind of the trainee what the test item is asking for, test items must be as precise and
focused as possible.
Finally, the overall written examinations can be highly streamlined if examiners adapt use of
a separate answer sheet for the recording of trainee answers. The separate answer sheet
affords several key benefits.
C
Directions for recording answers for multiple-choice test items need only be
given once (at the onset of the exam) rather than repeating "circle the answer
below" for each test item
C
Examiner scoring can be made easier and more rapid through either the use of
an overlay key or an optical scanner
C
Test item analysis can be accomplished more readily through either a
single-sheet, visual profile of responses or through a computerized test item
analysis via optical scanner.
In translating a learning objective into a test item, the following examples may help the
examiner generate ideas for potential test items. These examples not only help in the
development of test items, but they may also be useful when generating learning objectives.
1.
What are the common misconceptions about _________?
2.
Why is ________ important to satisfactory job performance?
3.
In what sort of circumstances might it be important to understand _______?
4.
What might the individual do who does not understand _________?
5.
What might the consequences be of a lack of knowledge about _______?
6.
How can the individual demonstrate this knowledge?
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