Implementation of a computer-based test generator to evaluate health professions continuing education.

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• Health Informatics

Background:

• Expert medical systems are often adapted to assess learner performance.
• Computer-based systems offer potential for standardized medical education.
• Continuing education is crucial for healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

• To adapt a computer-based health sciences tutor (COMMES) into an automated test generator.
• To develop the Evaluation Consultant system for creating customized assessments.
• To support continuing education for health professionals.

Main Methods:

• The COMMES system was modified to function as a test generator.
• The Evaluation Consultant system creates tests based on COMMES-generated study units.
• Health professionals complete study units and tests for continuing education credits.

Main Results:

• The Evaluation Consultant system successfully generates tests autonomously.
• The system covers study programs previously constructed by COMMES.
• Implementation is underway at multiple test sites.

Conclusions:

• The Evaluation Consultant system offers significant advantages for continuing education.
• This technology is particularly beneficial for healthcare professionals in rural or isolated areas.
• Automated test generation enhances the efficiency and accessibility of medical education.