Each matching item should contain only homogeneous material. Keep list of items short with brief responses on the right. The list of responses should be longer or shorter than the list of premises, to provide an uneven match. Directions should clearly state the basis for matching and that the responses can be used once or more than once. State item as a direct question wherever possible.
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Essay Test Restrict each question to the measurement of complex learning outcomes. The thought processes involved in answering essay questions should have been demonstrated and practiced prior to the testing situation. Performance Test Clearly specify the performance outcomes to be measured. The instructions should clearly describe the test situation. The observation forms should be well designed and appropriate for the performance being evaluated.