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Writing Multiple Choice Questions
Grading multiple choice exams and quizzes is a quick and easy process, but writing effective questions can be challenging.

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• Writing Multiple Choice Questions (48 kb)
  A PDF document prepared by CTL staff explains how to plan the item, write the stem, and the response options.


• The purpose of effective assessments, including multiple choice tests, is to allow students to show how they are mastering the course’s learning outcomes and to help instructors identify problematic areas where students need more help or time. Review Instruction @ FSU, Chapter 12, Testing and Assessment Issues (152 Kb) for more ideas on writing effective multiple choice tests as well as other forms of assessment.

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