scholarly journals Transforming MRCPsych theory examinations: digitisation and very short answer questions (VSAQs)

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Karl Scheeres ◽  
Niruj Agrawal ◽  
Stephanie Ewen ◽  
Ian Hall
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Multiple Choice Question ◽  
Core Knowledge ◽  
Digital Platform ◽  
Short Answer ◽  
Digital Formats ◽  
Short Answer Questions ◽  
Question Formats

Many examinations are now delivered online using digital formats, the migration to which has been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The MRCPsych theory examinations have been delivered in this way since Autumn 2020. The multiple choice question formats currently in use are highly reliable, but other formats enabled by the digital platform, such as very short answer questions (VSAQs), may promote deeper learning. Trainees often ask for a focus on core knowledge, and the absence of cueing with VSAQs could help achieve this. This paper describes the background and evidence base for VSAQs, and how they might be introduced. Any new question formats would be thoroughly piloted before appearing in the examinations and are likely to have a phased introduction alongside existing formats.

Written exams

2019 ◽  
pp. 969-982
Keyword(s):  
Medical School ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Skills Assessment ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Essential Requirement ◽  
Short Answer ◽  
Situational Judgement Test ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Short Answer Questions ◽  
Situational Judgement

This chapter covers multiple choice questions (MCQs), extended matching questions (EMQs), short answer questions (SAQs), essays, situational judgement test (SJT exam), and the prescribing skills assessment (PSA exam). It focuses on the importance of exam technique with useful tips for the start, during, and after the exam. The chapter provides examples of different types of questions, and how to best prepare and answer them. More recent additions to the curriculum, such as the SJT and PSA, are explained in detail. The SJT is an essential requirement in the final year of clinical schools nationwide, and the score is considered in ranking Foundation Year applications. The PSA tests a final-year medical student’s ability to prescribe. The examination is online and involves MCQs and some SAQs. This chapter includes important links with further updated information, and is written for both those looking to apply for medicine, and those in medical school.

scholarly journals Immersive 3D Experience of Osmosis Improves Learning Outcomes of First-Year Cell Biology Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. ar1
Author(s):  
Nicole B. Reinke ◽  
Mary Kynn ◽  
Ann L. Parkinson
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Cell Biology ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
First Year ◽  
Biology Students ◽  
Short Answer ◽  
Base Level ◽  
High Base ◽  
Multiple Choice Exam ◽  
Short Answer Questions

An immersive 320° 3D experience of osmosis was perceived by cell biology students to be fun, useful, and educational. Performance of all students improved on a multiple-choice exam question, and those students with moderate to high base-level knowledge also performed better on short-answer questions.

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