The freshman and organic chemistry prelab quizzes are in WebCT and can be done anywhere that students can access the web. All exams are computer-based, with the 1,370 students in freshman chemistry utilizing 40 computers. Students select exams on a Monday-Friday schedule that best meets their own schedule, with optional changes. On the day of the exams, teaching assistants enter the information about the exams on the computers and students come in to use the computers after they have received identification clearance. The teaching assistants start the exams which have a timing system built into them and the system grades tests when they're completed.
Students can come back for review with the instructor.
Access is the database used for the exams and plans are to expand the system to include organic chemistry. Also, plans are to expand more into WebCT and to develop a homework system for organic chemistry to assist students with difficult topics. Chairman Calbos expressed his appreciation to the group for an excellent, informative presentation. Harold Pritchett, chair of the Computer Security Incident Handling Team, distributed copies of a recent letter sent to University System presidents by the Board of Regents. The letter directs all system schools to develop an institutional security plan and to submit an annual report for review.