[IPAC-List] Computer assisted testing

[keith.poole at phoenix.gov]

One item on our division to-do list this year is to "develop 
recommendations regarding the use of computer assisted testing." Basically 
we understand this to mean any technology as an alternative to using paper 
and pencils when conducting multiple choice tests (e.g., anything from 
off-the-shelf software loaded onto individual PCs or network running 
in-house developed tests, to using online tests from vendors, proctored or 
unproctored, etc.). 

I have seen the slides from last years IPAC conference (CPS did a couple 
on this topic) and those were helpful, I've also signed up for their 
webinar next week.  We're also familiar with National Testing Network. 

I would appreciate hearing from agencies that have researched or adopted 
computer assisted testing in one form or another.  Thanks.

Keith Poole
Human Resources Supervisor
City of Phoenix Human Resources Dept
Employment Services
(602) 262-7140
keith.poole at phoenix.gov

"Phoenix - 2009 All-America City"