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Taking Multiple Choice TestsA free presentation byMichael B. Maxson M.Ed
Who am I?• My name is Michael Maxson• I have 20+ years experience as a teacher• I’ve taught mostly Computer Technology and Information
Technology• I have a Bachelor's Degree in
Radio-Television/English/Journalism from Western Carolina University
• I have a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Technology for Grand Canyon University
• I first taught at Wake Technical Community College, then I was a Corporate IT Trainer and Manager, and I’ve currently taught in K-12 Public Schools for 16 years.
• I’ve been a test writer and editor for the State of North Carolina, and several other organizations.
• I’ve served as Sylvan Prometric Testing Center Manager and Administrator
• I’ve administered and proctored countless tests for the State of North Carolina
• I’ve taken more multiple choice test than I can count
2016
What are multiple choice test?
Golden Rule of Multiple Choice Tests
•On a multiple choice test they give you the answer; it’s simply a matter of selecting the correct one.
Why is it important to know how to take a multiple choice test?• Multiple choice test are not just K-12 Education• Many Undergraduate College
Why so many multiple choice test?• They’re easy to grade
• They’re to most cost efficient
Rules1. Know the material2. Know the test3. Don’t play the odds4. Don’t let it throw you if there are essay, or even
True/False or fill in the blank, questions on the test.
5. Ask for help if you need it
1- Know the material!!!!
2- Know the test
3- Don’t play the odds
4- Don’t let it throw you if there are essay, or even True/False or fill in the blank, questions on the test.
• Don’t dwell on one part or another or if they throw in more than just you usual, A, B, C, D Multiple Choice Question.• The key to being comfortable in these
situations is to remember rules number 1 and 2•Know the material•Know the test
5- Get help if needed• Depending on the test you may be eligible for
extra time, accessibility accommodations, financial accommodations, or other things you might be eligible for under the right conditions. • For example:• Extra time to complete your test if you have a disability
that effects you doing things in a timely manner. • Accessibility Options like larger print or screen, or read
aloud options if you have impaired vision. • Financial accommodations if you are unable to afford a
test fee. • Much of this depends on the test but two laws:
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Tips while taking the multiple choice test• Read Everything• Read the Answers First (if you can)• Eliminate wrong answers• Don’t “guess”, even an educated guess, select
what you believe to be the best answer• Don’t dwell on a question (especially on a timed
test), if the test allows you to mark it or go back then use that power. You may find a question later on that answers a question you were unsure about or that you realize you answered wrong.
Grading Technologies
Paper-based multiple choice vs. Computer-based multiple choice
Paper Based• Machine Scored• Must be collected and
then scanned.
Computer Based• Machine Scored• Can give instant scores
The future of testing• Interactive Computer Based Tests• Test the tasks learned, not just answers to questions about the tasks.
• Computer Based Testing Centers• Provide Testing for Distance Learning, Internet, and home-based
learning.• Maintain Security of the tests• Security of materials so they can’t be copied and used to cheat on
the test• Identification of the person being tested so an imposter, possibly a
paid test-taker, would take the test instead of the person who needs to be tested.
• Kinesthetic based testing • A skills test like driving, swimming, climbing, etc..• Virtual Reality Testing Environments
