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New directions for the Ophthalmic Knowledge Assessment Program (OKAP) examination
1Clinical Education Division, American Academy of Ophthalmology, San Francisco, CA 94120-7424.
Ophthalmology
|January 1, 1994
Summary
The Ophthalmic Knowledge Assessment Program (OKAP) examination is now separate from the Written Qualifying Examination (WQE) and is criterion-referenced for resident education. Future improvements aim to enhance subtest reliability and feedback for residents and program directors.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Education
Background:
- The American Academy of Ophthalmology's Ophthalmic Knowledge Assessment Program (OKAP) Task Force reviewed the existing examination.
- The American Board of Ophthalmology evaluated its Written Qualifying Examination (WQE) as a certification tool.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the history and educational goals of the OKAP examination for residents.
- To detail the restructuring of the OKAP examination.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of the OKAP examination.
- Analysis of the examination's role in resident education.
Main Results:
- The OKAP examination is now distinct from the WQE, specifically designed for residents.
- The OKAP examination is evolving towards a criterion-referenced format based on a content outline.
- Twelve subtest areas are assessed.
Conclusions:
- The updated OKAP examination serves as a dedicated tool for resident training.
- Future objectives include refining subtest reliability and improving feedback mechanisms for residents and program directors.