Test Scanning

Test Scanning

The following instructions explain the process for automatic grading ( test scanning) of multiple choice exams at Bethel.

• Where do I get forms to use for multiple choice tests?

  • Answer sheets (scantron forms #16432 for 100 questions and #16482 for 120 questions) should be picked up from AC248 or in the Information Commons in the University Library. Pam Tanem (AC248) or a Faculty Consultant or Reference Librarian  can help you find the forms and give you the right number and type that you need. Fill in the Purchase Form with  your name and the number of forms, along with your budget number. Your department will be charged for the forms.

• What instructions should I give to students?

  • Students need to use number 2 pencils
  • If you want scores back alphabetically, you must use the Form 16482-full sheet form and students must fill in the ovals for their name.  Form 16432 only has a numerical ID space (Bethel ID, PO, etc).
  • Have students put their ID number on the form (or other identification as provided/required by the instructor) and fill in the ovals with their ID number. If you want the scores and data to be sorted by ID, then have students fill in the number right justified in the ID slot and then fill in the 0 ovals to the left of the ID number (or PO number or whatever ID number you use).

• How do I get the test forms processed (computer graded)?

  • Take the completed tests and the answer sheet  to the Test Scanning Drop Box in the hallway between the Circulation and Information Commons Desk in the University Library.
    

    • Place the tests AND the answer key in an envelope (available on top of the drop box or at the IC desk). Please place the answer key on the top of the test stack.

    • Fill in the Instructor information on the envelope

      • Name
      • Date
      • Phone
      • PO
      • E-mail (This is essential!)

    • Fill in the "test results" that you need.

      Normal includes:

      1. Key: Select this option if you want a print out of the answers that you recorded on your key
      2. Individual Scores: Provides a list by student of which questions each student missed/answered correctly.
      3. Group Scores: Gives a list of a single score for each student by ID number
      4. Question Statistics: Gives a summary of what questions were answered correctly by how many students
      5. Test Statistics: Gives a summary of class data on the test and a score distribution histogram.
      • An Excel file is also possible.
  • Place the Envelope with the tests and the answer key in the drop box and make sure it "drops"

• How will Scores and Exam sheets be returned to me?

  • Results will be returned via e-mail as an Acrobat file (pdf) to your academic e-mail box.
  • Scanned test sheets will be returned to your Bethel PO box.
  • The turnaround time will typically be less than 24 hours.
  • email infocom@bethel.edu if you have concerns or questions or call the IC tech desk at X2376.