Multiple Choice Question Item Writing In Health Professions Education

Multiple-choice questions (MCQ) are a staple of assessment in Health Professions Education. However, writing MCQs can be a difficult, time-consuming process. During this interactive session, participants will learn the steps that are involved in writing effective multiple-choice questions including aligning questions with clearly written learning objectives and determining the level of learning examined by individual questions. Participants will also get an opportunity to practice writing and get feedback on MCQs. 

After attending the workshop, participants will be able to:

• describe the components of a well-written multiple-choice question
• discuss test wiseness and the limitations of poorly written questions
• write effective multiple-choice questions

Presentation Files

• Presentation (coming soon)
• Multiple-Choice Question Item Writing Guide
• Recording
  • This recording is intended for workshop participants to review. Please direct any additional requests for access to the Drake Institute (drakeinstitute@osu.edu)

We strive to host accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request an accommodation for the above materials or for inquiries about accessibility, contact drakeinstitute@osu.edu.

References

• Assessment in Health Professions Education | Michael V. Drake Institute for Teaching and Learning
• Kurtz, J., Holman, B., & Monrad, S. U. (2020). Training Medical Students to Create and Collaboratively Review Multiple-Choice Questions: A Comprehensive Workshop. MedEdPORTAL : the journal of teaching and learning resources, 16, 10986. https://doi.org/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10986
• National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Item Writing Guide Constructing Written Test Questions for the Health Sciences

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