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Why multiple-choice questions are (too often) problematic

Patti Shank

To make assessments more valid, there must be a very clear match between learning objectives and assessment items. Instructional writing, as I discuss in my book, Write and Organize for Deeper Learning , is different than other kinds of writing. A taxonomy of multiple-choice item-writing rules. We aren't sure.

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5 common eLearning assessment mistakes (and how to fix them)

BrightCarbon

2005) gathered and analysed data from lots of other studies from an 80-year period up to 2005. Ask yourself: Is my question clearly testing one of my learning objectives? Is my learning objective aimed at a high enough level to make sure my learners can do what they need to do after taking the course?

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ID and eLearning Links 10/29/19

Experiencing eLearning

In this post, I share links related to several topics: Converting Flash content to HTML5 Options for instructional design careers An interview on the purpose of Bloom’s taxonomy Why you only need 3 choices in multiple choice questions Change management for software training How being generous builds your credibility as a consultant.

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How Toyota Motor Europe Manages a Large, International eLearning Program

OpenSesame

In 2005, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) started job-based training in four levels divided by maintenance/repair and diagnosis. Blended learning (both online and classroom) led to certification. “We There was no clear structure for which learning objectives go where in the program.”. “If It was hard to maintain.

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Keynote Resources from #LUC2017

Kapp Notes

It also avoids two inherent problems with mass practice (learning all the information at once); the problems of learner fatigue and the likelihood of interference with preceding and succeeding learning. Learning Objectives: This video by learning expert Will Thalheimer will answer any questions you have about learning objectives.

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How Toyota Motor Europe Manages a Large, International eLearning Program

OpenSesame

In 2005, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) started job-based training in four levels divided by maintenance/repair and diagnosis. Blended learning (both online and classroom) led to certification. “We There was no clear structure for which learning objectives go where in the program.”. “If It was hard to maintain.

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Bloom reheated

Learning with e's

In an age of digital media, where learners create, remix and share their own content, an overhaul of Bloom's Cognitive Taxonomy was long overdue. Yesterday I posted a critique of Bloom's Cognitive Taxonomy and argued that it is outmoded in the digital age. Neither Bloom's nor Anderson's taxonomies can achieve this.

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