1. college of western idaho Assessment Review

2. Testing in Blackboard Now that you’ve experienced some of the test taking options available in Blackboard, let’s review the details.

4. Just as you would not offer a test for students to take home and return the next class period in a ‘live’ course, on online assessment should have similar standards.

6. Although it is a good way to ensure academic rigor, how will you review the lessons learned from the test?

8. Instructions for timed tests Include the length of time the test will be available (one day or several days?) Provide instructions on how to advance to the next question (save each one or simply advance?)

9. Instructions for timed tests Include the length of time the test will be available (one day or several days?) Include number of minutes students will have to complete test Include number of questions in description of test Provide instructions on how to advance to the next question (save each one or simply advance?) Provide detailed instructions for technical requirements. (next slide)

10. Instructions for timed tests Include the length of time the test will be available (one day or several days?) Include number of minutes students will have to complete test Include number of questions in description of test Remind students to select Submit when finished Explain penalty (if appropriate) for exceeding time limits Provide instructions on how to advance to the next question (save each one or simply advance?) Provide detailed instructions for technical requirements. (next slide) Explain the procedure if student has technical issues (email you, email HelpDesk?)

11. Technical Instructions Provide guidelines for taking a Blackboard test such as the example below. It will reduce the amount of students getting kicked out of ‘forced completion’ tests. When you are taking a quiz or test with the forced completion option, it is very sensitive to other activity. If the student is not using an approved browser (have them use the browser checker link on the Blackboard login page to verify this) or if they open and use any other application while they are taking the test, Blackboard thinks that they have ended their web session and submits the quiz for them. Students MUST follow the recommendations we make for testing within Blackboard:1. Close all applications/programs on your computer.2. Launch a single web browser window using a certified/compatible web browser.3. Log into Blackboard and launch the test by clicking on the link within your course.Be sure that you DO NOT DOUBLE-CLICK on the link for the test as this can cause problems.4. Take the test. The following items increase the likelihood that the testing session will close and you will not be able to finish or restart the test.-DO NOT open any other applications/programs on your computer while you are taking the test. -DO NOT open any other web browser sessions/tabs while taking the test. This means you may not open another window to do a Google search. -DO NOT use the back button on your browser or try to return to a previous question. -AVOID using a wireless connection. You are much more likely to get kicked out of a test with a wireless connection at a coffee shop, for example.

12. Technical Instructions An explanation of what you expect from a student if they need a test reset should be included with every test. An example: Test will open on Wednesday, March 23 at 7am and close on Friday, March 25 at midnight. If you have technical issues while taking the test you will need to do the following three things before I can reopen the test for you. 1. Email the help desk informing them of the problem. 2. Email me informing me of the problem and include the help desk ticket number you receive confirming your message to them. 3. A screen shot of your desk top so I can attempt to solve the problem immediately. If you don't know how to do any of these things, please take the time to learn it before opening the test.

13. Providing Feedback Select the Type of Feedback Displayed Upon Completion Score – Students will see their score if there are no short answer or essay questions the instructor needs to grade. Submitted Answers – Students will see their submitted answers. Correct Answers – Will you provide the answers immediately with this option or in another way? Feedback – You may add comments to a correct answer and an incorrect answer to utilize that teachable moment.