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An Analysis of Online Examinations in College Courses

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 April 2015

Andrew P. Barkley
Andrew P. Barkley*
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Department of Agricultural Economics, Kansas State University, Manhattan KS
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Abstract

This research evaluates the use of online examinations in college courses from both instructor and student perspectives. Instructional software was developed at Kansas State University to administer online homework assignments and examinations. Survey data were collected from two classes to measure and evaluate the level of student preferences for online examinations. The statistical determinants of student preferences for online testing were identified and quantified using logistic regression analysis. Strategies for the effective use of online examinations are summarized for potential adopters of online examinations.

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online examinationsstudent learningteaching technologyundergraduate teachingA22

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Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics , Volume 34 , Issue 3 , December 2002 , pp. 445 - 458
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Copyright © Southern Agricultural Economics Association 2002

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