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1. A free presentation by
Michael B. Maxson M.Ed

2. • My name is Michael Maxson
• I have 20+ years experience as a teacher
• I’ve taught mostly Computer Technology and Information Technology
• I have a Bachelor's Degree in Radio-Television/English/Journalism
from Western Carolina University
• I have a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with an
emphasis on Technology for Grand Canyon University
• I first taught at Wake Technical Community College, then I was a
Corporate IT Trainer and Manager, and I’ve currently taught in K-12
Public Schools for 16 years.
• I’ve been a test writer and editor for the State of North Carolina, and
several other organizations.
• I’ve served as Sylvan Prometric Testing Center Manager and
Administrator
• I’ve administered and proctored countless tests for the State of North
Carolina
• I’ve taken more multiple choice test than I can count
2016

4. •On a multiple choice test
they give you the answer;
it’s simply a matter of
selecting the correct one.

5. • Multiple choice test are not just K-12 Education
• Many Undergraduate College

6. • They’re easy to grade
• They’re to most cost efficient

7. 1. Know the material
2. Know the test
3. Don’t play the odds
4. Don’t let it throw you if there are essay, or even
True/False or fill in the blank, questions on the test.
5. Ask for help if you need it

11. • Don’t dwell on one part or another or if
they throw in more than just you usual, A,
B, C, D Multiple Choice Question.
• The key to being comfortable in these
situations is to remember rules number 1
and 2
• Know the material
• Know the test

12. • Depending on the test you may be eligible for extra time,
accessibility accommodations, financial
accommodations, or other things you might be eligible for
under the right conditions.
• For example:
• Extra time to complete your test if you have a disability that
effects you doing things in a timely manner.
• Accessibility Options like larger print or screen, or read aloud
options if you have impaired vision.
• Financial accommodations if you are unable to afford a test fee.
• Much of this depends on the test but two laws:
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

13. • Read Everything
• Read the Answers First (if you can)
• Eliminate wrong answers
• Don’t “guess”, even an educated guess, select what you
believe to be the best answer
• Don’t dwell on a question (especially on a timed test), if
the test allows you to mark it or go back then use that
power. You may find a question later on that answers a
question you were unsure about or that you realize you
answered wrong.

15. Paper Based
• Machine Scored
• Must be collected and
then scanned.
Computer Based
• Machine Scored
• Can give instant scores

16. • Interactive Computer Based Tests
• Test the tasks learned, not just answers to questions about the
tasks.
• Computer Based Testing Centers
• Provide Testing for Distance Learning, Internet, and home-based
learning.
• Maintain Security of the tests
• Security of materials so they can’t be copied and used to cheat
on the test
• Identification of the person being tested so an imposter,
possibly a paid test-taker, would take the test instead of the
person who needs to be tested.
• Kinesthetic based testing
• A skills test like driving, swimming, climbing, etc..
• Virtual Reality Testing Environments

17. •mikemaxsonnc@icloud.com
•www.mrmaxson.com
•www.maxson-nc.us