The rapid development and integration of computerassisted assessment CAA inmainstream postcompulsory educational institutions today make this an excitingand inv... » 

The rapid development and integration of computerassisted assessment CAA inmainstream postcompulsory educational institutions today make this an excitingand invaluable reference text. It provides a practical researchbased guide ona subject that is becoming increasingly important as educational assessmentchanges and grows.The book addresses theory and practice offering a comprehensive evaluation ofmanykey aspects of CAA such as question and test design scoring and analysis and feedback and integrationwith other assessment methods the role of CAA in feedback processes wider use of technology to support and enhance assessment technical operational and support issues.The authors present a lucid balanced analysis of the strengths and weaknessesof CAA. This text will appeal to all those involved in higher or furthereducation who wish to model their CAA systems on the best practice available. «