The e-Assessment Handbook

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The assessment of learning in an online environment is increasingly being used by teachers and institutions throughout the world. Learners are demanding a more flexible approach to assessment activities, and this demand will increase as online practice becomes a core part of further and higher educational courses, distance learning and corporate training programs. As learners engage more with content in an online environment, they will require assessment tasks based on the same tools that are used for the learning experience. This book provides guidance for teachers, lecturers and trainees on online assessment, including: Types of assessment questions and tasks Choosing the right assessment software Examples of e-assessment over a wide variety of disciplines Making e-assessment interactive

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Geoffrey Crisp is Director at the Centre for Learning and Professional Development and Director of Online Education at the University of Adelaide. Table of Contents How does assessment affect learning?OverviewHow will I make an e-assessment?Guidelines for e-assessment practicesTypes of e-assessment itemsConsequences of using an e-assessmentChoosing the right e-assessment softwareWhat does an e-assessment look like?e-Assessment examples by disciplineWhat are the practical issues when doing an e-assessment?Item and test bank useGrading and marking items from a test bankValidity and reliabilityStandards, specifications and guidelinesSecurity issuesAccessibility issuesHow do I make e-assessments interactive?Assessing discussion groups and collaborative tasksInteractive assessment and Java appletsOnline role-playing and gamesWhat about the futureFuture trends in e-assessmentAppendices Glossary References Index