Evaluate
F3 Evaluate assessment tools
So often the success or failure of the online assessment process will depend on the ease of use of the software and the platform which supports it. Therefore, it is important to get feedback. If there are any problems you may need to provide additional support and training if you cannot change the software or the Learning Management System you use. Think about gathering feedback data on:
- access issues
- the ease of use of the online assessment platform
- the amount of electronic information provided to learners on the success of the submission process
- clarity of explanation of online instructions
- the interface design.
Toolkit
Software evaluation
While this website deals specifically with the issues surrounding the evaluation of educational software, it has some useful ideas which could be applied to the evaluation of assessment software tools.
Software evaluation : The process of evaluating software
and its effects on learning
http://hagar.up.ac.za/catts/learner/eel/Conc/conceot.htm#Home%20Page
Evaluating educational software
Some questions to consider when evaluating the assessment tools of educational software.
Evaluating educational software
http://www.paec.org/training/SoftwareEvaluation/assess.htm
