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What is Computer-Based Assessment (CBA)

Chapter 21
Encyclopedia of Information Technology Curriculum Integration
An assessment that is built around the use of a computer; the use of a computer is always intrinsic to this type of assessment. This can relate to assessment of IT practical skills or more commonly the on-screen presentation of knowledge tests. The defining factor is that the computer is marking or assessing the responses provided from candidates.
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Computer-Based Assessment
S. Manjit Sidhu (University Tenaga Nasional, Malaysia)
Copyright: © 2008 |Pages: 7
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59904-881-9.ch021
Abstract
Computer-based assessment (CBA) is gaining popularity in higher learning institutions to replace traditional written tests with computerized versions. Some reasons that have encouraged instructors to develop and adopt CBA include the increased number of students and the corresponding increase in time spent by instructors on assessment. The primary objective of a CBA is to save the instructor time by leaving the computer software to mark and give feedback on the test.
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Chapter 29
Analyzing Process Data from Problem-Solving Items with N-Grams: Insights from a Computer-Based Large-Scale Assessment
Assessment built around the use of a computer (or smart phone or tablet) to collect response data.
Published in Chapter: Analyzing Process Data from Problem-Solving Items with N-Grams: Insights from a Computer-Based Large-Scale Assessment; From: Handbook of Research on Technology Tools for Real-World Skill Development
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