Evaluation and Testing in Nursing Education (6th Edition) – eBook

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**Book Description:**

Renowned as the ultimate authority in nursing education evaluation and testing, the sixth edition of this essential text offers an unparalleled depth of expertise and thorough guidance on the assessment of student learning across diverse educational environments. This edition does not only focus on evaluating student performance but also emphasizes the importance of assessing instructor and program efficacy. It delves into critical measurement and evaluation principles that empower nurse educators to design, analyze, and implement appropriate testing and evaluation instruments effectively.

Key ethical, social, and legal considerations surrounding testing and evaluation are also thoroughly examined, addressing vital topics such as preventing academic dishonesty and establishing academic policies related to testing, grading, and student advancement.

Authored by distinguished experts in the realm of nursing education, **Evaluation And Testing In Nursing Education (6^th Edition, PDF)** serves as an invaluable resource, featuring practical guidance on various key components of assessment. Readers will learn how to develop effective test blueprints, create a wide array of test items—including innovative next-generation NCLEX-style questions—and appropriately assemble, administer, and score tests. Detailed analyses of tests and test items will support educators in interpreting results and evaluating higher-order learning. The text also encompasses methodologies for reviewing written assignments and offers strategies for structuring assessment within online courses and programs.

A significant portion of the book is dedicated to clinical evaluation processes and methodologies, covering the integration of simulation in assessments and high-stakes evaluations, clinical evaluation in distance learning contexts, and leveraging technology for remote assessments of clinical performance. This edition aligns with the National League for Nursing Certified Nurse Educator Competency #3, which emphasizes the implementation of effective assessment and evaluation strategies.

**NEW TO THE SIXTH EDITION:**
– Comprehensive insights into test item analysis and interpretation.
– Enhanced coverage of innovative clinical evaluation processes and methodologies.
– Practical tips for adapting test bank items and accessing valuable item-writing resources.
– An in-depth discussion on the construction and execution of online tests.
– Detailed guidelines for establishing academic integrity policies concerning testing, grading, and progression.
– Strategies for collaborating with part-time clinical educators and preceptors to ensure consistent evaluation practices.

**KEY FEATURES:**
– Guidelines to assess written assignments paired with sample scoring rubrics for clarity and consistency.
– Insights into selecting standardized tests that align with nursing curriculum objectives.
– Step-by-step instructions on developing test blueprints and the processes for assembling, administering, writing, and analyzing tests.
– A comprehensive ancillary package, including an Instructor’s Manual featuring sample syllabi, course modules, learning activities, assessment strategies, discussion questions, and online resources. Chapter PowerPoint slides are also included for enhanced learning.
– The purchase includes digital access, optimized for use on a variety of mobile devices and computers.

**IMPORTANT NOTE:** The product exclusively contains the ebook version of **Evaluation and Testing In Nursing Education (6^th Edition)** in PDF format. Please note that no access codes are provided.

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**ISBNs:**
978-1-61721-685-2
978-1-61721-686-9
978-1-61721-687-6