A Test - Taker's Perspective.

An informal survey of students about Oregon's online testing system shows they find computer-based testing faster and more enjoyable than the paper-and-pencil variety, and they report feeling that they perform better on computerized assessments than on traditional tests.While some states of the U.S. have just begin to contemplate the possibility of computerized testing, Oregon piloted a program in spring 2001 that is now being expanded across the state as of May 8, 2003. To assess the pilot phase of the online testing program, Oregon state education officials surveyed 740 3rd graders and 730 high school students from around the state about their experiences taking the state assessment online compared with taking the hard-copy version. Third graders were especially positive about Web-based testing.