Test Time vs. Test Performance

This paper analyzes the relationship between test time and test performance (score) based on gender, delivery type, and classification of students within two tests. The course being analyzed is a computer literacy course that is part of the required general education curriculum. This course is divided into two sections, Applications and Technology. The Applications section of the course has specific outcomes that are defined by the standards set by state computer literacy requirements. The topics used in the Technology section of the course include more up-to-date basic knowledge of computer software which is based on the results of the students’ surveys and faculty input with the primary objective being to expose students to some of the necessary dynamic technological competencies. This paper analyzes the time vs. score for the two tests within the Technology section of the course.The tests are comprised of several multiple choice questions taken online. The result of the analysis shows that although the performance of students increased based on the time they spent on the test, there are differences among gender, students’ standing, and delivery type.