IBT CBT Internet Based Testing Computer Based Testing

IBT & CBT (Internet Based Testing & Computer Based Testing) Group 7 Isvia intan novita 14050036 Retno purnama sari 14050010 Dwi permata sari 14050040 Erniwanti 14050003 Pratiwi nur wijayanti 14050033 Rita normalinda 14050008

1. IBT or Internet Based Testing is a form of competence, skill or knowledge assessment through computer or internet. Another form of IBT is Web Based Testing (WBT). it assesses one’s competence, skill or knowledge ( for example : language skill ) through a website ( roever , 2001 ).

CBT or Computer based testing is aform of assessment or test which is carried out through electronic devices ( electronic exam). Reffering to TCExam (2010), electronic exam is a form exam which is carried out using computer (PC) or other electronic devices in which response is recorded and assessed.

Positive characteristics of IBT such: More frequent use of formative and summative test or assessment Test/assessment result is more quickly distributed to teachers so they can prepare appropriate learning materials sooner It provides opportunities for students to test personally (selfassessment) by the time they are ready It is able to increase students’ self esteem It is more preferred by students because the result is known faster

Disadvantages of CBT Scalise and Gifford (2006), Fluck et al (2009) and shin (2009) found that the use of computers in language testing has its challenges in the terms of knowledge and mastery of computer use, and barriers which comes from hardware, behavior or attitude of the test participants, and the questions format that really assesses students’ academic ability.

IBT example DRUPAL Drupal is a PHP-based content management system (CMS). Drupal CMS can also be downloaded and freely developed as it is open source. Here is the drupal usability in general: Community portal site News publishing Aficionado sites Intranet/ soporate we sites Resource directories International sites Education Art, music, multimedia Social networking sites

Advantages Various quiz types, Scoring flexibility, Multimedia compatibility, Systematic data base and administration, Ease and secure usage, Stable, secure, and robust performance.

Obstacles Internet connection. Human resource. Time allocation Hosting

While the obstacles found in IBT application were: Notebook availability Internet connection Power outlet Students’ honesty