A Comparison of Proctoring Regimens for Computer-Based Computer Science Exams

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Abstract

In this paper, we explore three different methods for administering computer-based tests at scale: (1) a dedicated Computer-Based Testing Center (CBTC), (2) Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) exams proctored in person in the classroom, and (3) BYOD exams proctored online via Zoom. We conducted two randomized crossover experiments to compare pairs of modalities against each other (CBTC vs BYOD-in-person and CBTC vs BYOD-online). We found that testing modality did not impact students' exam performance or students' preparation before exams. However, we observed that students preferred the modalities in which they had recently received the highest scores. Our results indicate that several different modalities can be effectively used to administer testing at scale for CS courses.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationITiCSE 2024 - Proceedings of the 2024 Conference Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education
PublisherAssociation for Computing Machinery
Pages185-191
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)9798400706004
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 3 2024
Event29th Conference Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education, ITiCSE 2024 - Milan, Italy
Duration: Jul 8 2024Jul 10 2024

Publication series

NameAnnual Conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education, ITiCSE
Volume1
ISSN (Print)1942-647X

Conference

Conference29th Conference Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education, ITiCSE 2024
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityMilan
Period7/8/247/10/24

Keywords

  • assessment
  • learning
  • performance
  • testing at scale

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Management of Technology and Innovation
  • Education

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