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Development and evaluation of classroom tests: a practical application.

M K Flynn1, J L Reese

  • 1College of Nursing, Arizona State University, Tempe.

The Journal of Nursing Education
|February 1, 1988
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Faculty improved nursing classroom tests by systematically evaluating quality, enhancing test validity and reliability. This process led to fairer student assessments and revised grading policies.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Educational Measurement
  • Psychometrics

Background:

  • Concerns identified by a 15-member faculty group regarding the quality of classroom tests in an undergraduate nursing course.
  • Existing testing and grading policies were perceived as potentially impacting test fairness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically evaluate and improve the quality of classroom tests in an undergraduate nursing course.
  • To strengthen the validity and reliability of tests to ensure greater fairness for students.
  • To revise testing and grading policies based on evaluation findings.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic evaluation of classroom tests over several semesters.
  • Application of testing and measurement principles, including difficulty and discrimination indices.

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  • Analysis of the effects of poor-item elimination on test quality.
  • Determination of appropriate cut scores for grading.

    • Main Results:

    • Implementation of changes in testing procedures and grading policies.
    • Demonstrated improvements in test validity and reliability.
    • Enhanced fairness in student assessments due to improved test quality.

    Conclusions:

    • Systematic evaluation and application of measurement principles can significantly improve the quality of educational assessments.
    • Revised testing and grading strategies enhance the validity, reliability, and fairness of nursing classroom tests.
    • Faculty engagement in test evaluation is crucial for improving educational outcomes.