Ep. 013: Test What You’re Teaching

Ever have your students complain that they were caught off guard by your exam or quiz? They may actually have a point. In this week’s episode, CTLT’s Julie-Ann McFann explores ways to ensure that your tests actually measure what you are teaching. She takes the fear out of scary concepts like alignment, tables of specification... and unicycles. Plus, learn how to avoid the very real pitfalls inherent in test banks.

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Show Notes

Check out this introductory article (PDF) that explores the power of tables of specifications.

A blank and a sample, filled-in version of a table of specification.

Want to learn more about how to use a ToS? Schedule a consultation.

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