This article is a review of literature on online formative assessment (OFA). It includes a
narrative summary that synthesizes the research on the diverse delivery methods of OFA, as …

This research aims to develop a multiple-choice Web-based quiz-game-like formative
assessment system, named GAM-WATA. The unique design of 'Ask-Hint Strategy'turns the …

A formative computer‐based assessment (CBA) was one of three instruments used for
assessment in a Bachelor of Education course at Queen's University (Ontario, Canada) with …

This paper investigates the impact of online multiple choice questions (MCQs) on students'
learning in an undergraduate Accounting module at a British university. The impact is …

The transition to tertiary level learning requires students take responsibility for their own
learning and independently synthesise conceptual knowledge specific to their discipline. We …

The growing use of online courses has presented educators with the challenge of providing
quality education that is at least equivalent to traditional university courses. Based on …

Online assessment is now used commonly in higher education institutions. While this
approach to assessment has several advantages over paper-based assessments, its …

Formative assessment used in a level 2 unit, Immunology, gave outcomes that were both
surprising and applicable across disciplines. Four formative tests were given and reviewed …

The number of computer assisted assessment (e-assessment) applications in higher
education is increasing rapidly. While e-assessment tasks have provided a distinctive …

In this paper, we present a range of formative assessment types for engineering
mathematics, including in-class exercises, homework, mock examination questions, table …