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A Survey of Student Assessment in U.S. Medical Schools: The Balance of Breadth versus Fidelity.

Authors :
Mavis, Brian E.
Cole, Bridget L.
Hoppe, Ruth B.
Source :
Teaching and Learning in Medicine. Spr 2001 13(2):74-79.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Surveyed U.S. medical schools to determine the extent to which student assessments have broadened beyond multiple-choice question (MCQ) examinations and preceptor ratings. Found that a variety of competency assessments currently are used; MCQs remain a core assessment method. Year 3 had the greatest breadth of assessment strategies. (EV)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1040-1334
Volume :
13
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Teaching and Learning in Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ628236
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research