The advantages of the digital storage of data over the physical alternative are manifold, and this is also the case with exam-related data.
One of the advantages of WISEflow over more traditional ways of assessing students is the automatic electronic storage of examination data, such as examination questions, which can be accessed again at any point in time. Even though it would no longer be in use, this data needs to stay accessible as it can help examiners plan for future exams.
After attending the introduction to WISEflow given by the company that produces it, Prof. Gorg Mallia, Head of the Department of Media & Communications within the Faculty of Media & Knowledge Sciences, “was hooked”.
He found WISEflow to be useful on many counts, especially as it responds to the need of automatically storing exam data for future use.
What purpose did the WISEflow training offered by the University serve?
Logically, I attended a couple of training sessions organised by the University of Malta, which were conversational and useful. This meant that I could not just use the software myself, but also help members of staff of the Department I lead who had difficulties in its implementation.
Is WISEflow a good alternative to classroom examinations, and why?
I find WISEflow to be quite intuitive, with a few exceptions which were covered by the coaching. It is a good alternative to classroom examinations, with some major advantages, including in-built selection of correct answers in multiple choice quizzes, and the fact that questions are then stored for future use.
How has the process of monitoring students sitting for exams through WISEflow been?
Our monitoring of students sitting for exams delivered through WISEflow indicated a smooth process with very few, and manageable glitches.
Logically, unless stringent monitoring through camera is maintained, and this is a possibility, exams sat for in individual student homes automatically become open-book, so that needs to be taken into consideration when designing both the content and the extent of exams.
Do you see yourself using WISEflow in the years to come?
I expect WISEflow to be with us for quite a few years to come, potentially also as a way of delivering exam questions within a classroom setting.
This is part of a series of testimonials on the use of WISEflow. This campaign is a collaborative effort by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office, the Office for Human Resources Management & Development, the Office of the Registrar and IT Services.
For a list of available resources and upcoming training sessions on WISEflow, please visit this dedicated webpage.