Non-traditional learners in higher education: Comparison of a traditional MCQ examination with concept mapping to assess learning in a dental radiological science course

Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education

Volumn 35, Issue 5, 2010, Pages 577-595

  Hay, David B ^a   Tan, Po Li ^a   Whaites, Eric ^b  

^a KING'S COLLEGE LONDON   (United Kingdom)

^b GUY S HOSPITAL   (United Kingdom)

Author keywords

Alternative assessment; Concept maps; Empowerment; Innovative assessment; Mature students; Multiplechoice questions; Non traditional students

Indexed keywords

EID: 79955561879     PISSN: 02602938     EISSN: 1469297X     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1080/02602931003782525     Document Type: Article

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