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The MCQ in the primary FRCS(Eng).
Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
|November 1, 1984
Summary
Fellowship candidates scored higher on multiple-choice questions (MCQ) than essays or vivas. Examination scoring standards were adjusted, highlighting the importance of continuous monitoring for fair assessment.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Assessment and Evaluation
Background:
- Fellowship examinations are crucial for assessing candidate competency.
- Standardized scoring across different assessment formats is essential for validity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the performance of fellowship candidates across different examination components.
- To identify and address discrepancies in scoring between multiple-choice questions (MCQ), essays, and vivas.
Main Methods:
- Statistical analysis of fellowship examination results.
- Comparison of candidate scores across MCQ, essay, and viva sections.
Main Results:
- Candidates achieved significantly higher scores on the MCQ component compared to essay and viva components.
- MCQ marking standards were found to be less stringent than those for essay and viva.
Conclusions:
- The scoring standards for the MCQ section of the fellowship examination have been recalibrated to align with essay and viva components.
- Continuous monitoring of examination results is vital to ensure consistent and fair assessment practices.