THE NEXT STEP

Multiple-choice questions seem deceptively easy to write, but in reality, they are quite easy to write poorly. Poor question writing is a problem, and when that problem causes learners to be frustrated, it must be solved. It is simply unfair to assess learners using poorly written questions.

The good news is that writing good multiple-choice questions is a skill that can be mastered. Most question writers simply need guidelines, practice, feedback, and attention to detail. Use the job aid Multiple-Choice Question Stem Template to help you get started creating effective test questions.

Then, to improve your skills, consider getting feedback from designers, writers, and content experts using the Multiple-Choice Question Evaluation ...

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