The Anatomy of a Lab Practical and the Dissection of the Results

Authors

Kathleen Day, MS, Center for Teaching and Learning, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow
Elizabeth Spudich, PhD, Anatomy, Pathology, and Cell Biology, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow

Document Type

Presentation

Presentation Date

6-14-2016

Comments

Testing in the anatomy lab has it's unique set of challenges. There are multiple variables that impact the reliability and validity of the practical including: the architecture of the room, the quantity, quality and turnover of the biological materials and the design of the test questions. This session will present the issues of reliable and valid formative assessment using examples specific to the use of ExamSoft's SofTest-M as a delivery platform for Human Anatomy practicals.

Abstract

Objectives:

1. Recall the concepts of reliability and validity in testing.

2. Gain an understanding of the unique challenges in using biological materials in testing.

3. Design questions and testing procedures to improve and assure validity in exams, particularly practicals.

Presentation: 59:23

Recommended Citation

Day, MS, Kathleen and Spudich, PhD, Elizabeth, "The Anatomy of a Lab Practical and the Dissection of the Results" (2016). Thomas Jefferson University Faculty Days. Paper 40.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/tjufacultydays/40