The study investigated the feasibility of interactive computer-assisted testing (ICAT) as an effective instructional method and its effects on attitudes towards computer-assisted instruction (CAI). In addition, the final performance scores were examined. Five computer quizzes consisting of twenty randomly drawn multiple-choice questions were individually administered on ten Teletype terminals. A feedback mechanism was incorporated in the ICAT program and provided detailed explanations of each item. The resulting low correlation between final performance and ICAT scores is discussed with reference to the feasibility, improvement and implementation of interactive computer-assisted testing.
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