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Shortening multiple mini-interview (MMI) stations from 8 to 5 minutes maintains applicant ranking and test reliability. This change conserves resources without impacting assessment outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Assessment Methodology

Background:

  • Traditional panel interviews have limitations in objectivity and reliability.
  • The multiple mini-interview (MMI) enhances objectivity and reliability through multiple sampling.
  • The impact of MMI station duration on outcome and reliability requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine if MMI station duration can be reduced.
  • To assess the effect of shortened MMI stations on applicant rankings.
  • To evaluate the impact on overall test reliability.

Main Methods:

  • 175 applicants were assessed at 10 stations (5 control at 8 mins, 5 experimental at 5 and 8 mins).
  • Scores and rankings were compared between 5- and 8-minute assessments.
  • Generalisability theory was used to examine MMI reliability.

Main Results:

  • Significant correlations were found between 5- and 8-minute scores (0.82-0.91) and cumulative scores (0.92).
  • Applicant rankings showed strong correlation (Spearman's coefficient 0.92) between 5- and 8-minute assessments.
  • Test reliability was not compromised by reducing station duration.

Conclusions:

  • Reducing MMI station duration from 8 to 5 minutes is feasible.
  • Shortened MMI stations conserve resources with minimal impact on applicant ranking.
  • Test reliability remains unaffected by the reduced interview duration.