An analysis of online examinations in college courses

摘要

This research evaluate the use of online examinations in college courses from both instructor and student perspectives. Instructional software was developed at Kansas State University to administer online homework assignments and examinations. Surveydata were collected from two classes to measure and evaluate the level of student preferences for online examinations. The statistical determinants of student preferences for online testing were identified and quantified using logistic regression analysis. Strategies tor the effective use of online examinations are summarized for potential adopters of online examinations.