About item Bank
The Multi-Purpose Assessment Item Bank, developed by the Ethiopian Psychologists’ Association (EPA) in collaboration with experts and stakeholders, is a centralized platform for high-quality, validated test items. Designed to support placement, formative, diagnostic, and evaluative assessments, it aims to enhance fairness, reliability, and efficiency in Ethiopia’s education system.
By integrating cutting-edge technology and psychometric validation, the Item Bank ensures standardized and adaptable assessments for educators, institutions, and policymakers. Beyond improving evaluation methods, it also creates income-generating opportunities for instructors and assessment professionals.
The project aims to create a state-of-the-art platform that features adaptive testing capabilities, seamless integration with learning management systems, high-quality content, and robust evaluation and reporting tools. EPA and the consultants will utilize advanced technologies, including cloud-based systems, adaptive testing software, and data management tools, to achieve these objectives.
What is the Item Bank?
An item bank is a digital database of test items or questions used to create assessments for various purposes, including placement, formative, diagnostic, and evaluative testing.
How the Item Bank Works
The Item Bank system is simple to use and intuitive. Here’s how it works:
Select Test Items:
Choose from a variety of question types and categories that align with your educational objectives.
Generate a Test:
The system automatically assembles a unique test based on selected items, ensuring fairness and variety.
Assess and Analyze:
Administer the test to students and gain valuable psychometric insights that inform future assessment improvements.
Types of Item Banks for the
Multi-Purpose Assessment Item Bank:
Placement Item Banks:
Subject-Specific Item Banks:
Formative Assessment Item Banks:
Question Banks for Learning Management Systems:
Adaptive Testing Item Banks:
Exit-Exam, Licensure, and Certification Item Banks:
Key Features of the Item Bank
Diverse Question Formats:
A broad selection of question types allows for well-rounded assessments that address all aspects of student knowledge and abilities.
Psychometric Insights:
Built-in psychometric tools evaluate test items for reliability, validity, and fairness.
Centralized Storage:
Easy access and organization of test items, making test creation more efficient and manageable.
Data-Driven Evaluation:
Continuous tracking of item performance helps refine and improve future assessments for better outcomes.