Workshop 7 - Death of MCQ?

Описание: In medical education, assessment of knowledge is traditionally achieved using multiple choice questions (MCQs). However, designing valid MCQs and appropriate responses can be challenging and there are criticisms that poorly written MCQs do not assess application of knowledge or analytical skills. In the last two decades, there has been a shift away from the traditional True/False question to the Single Best Answer (SBA) type question. SBAs typically are comprised of a vignette (usually clinical), a ‘lead in’ question based on the clinical scenario and a number of plausible options. Although highly reliable, their validity is questionable and often difficult to measure. Another caveat in the selection of a single best answer is the potential for cueing. In a move away from SBAs, a new type of assessment tool has been developed, the Very Short Answer (VSA) format. This workshop will introduce the participant to both types of assessment tools, and allow active participation to develop assessment items using both of these approaches.

Facilitators:
Dr Amir Sam, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Dr Claire Ann Canning, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore