A Comparison of Computer-Monitored Group Tests with Paper-and-Pencil Tests

A test was administered to pharmacy students in two ways: using a computer-monitored, group-response system and using the conventional, paper-and-pencil method. Student performance on the two administrative modes was compared. Test-taking behavior for the two modes, as measured by the number and pattern of changed answers, was also compared. Three item formats (true-false, multiple-choice and matching) were analyzed separately.