Evaluation and Testing in Nursing Education: The Gold Standard for Nursing Educators

By FAAN Oermann, Marilyn H., PhD, RN, ANEF, and Gaberson, Kathleen B., PhD, RN, CNOR, CNE, this sixth edition of the classic text is considered the ultimate guide for nursing educators, providing comprehensive guidance on the assessment of student learning in various settings.

Comprehensive Coverage of Evaluation and Testing

This book presents fundamental measurement and evaluation concepts, aiding nurse educators in designing, critiquing, and using appropriate tests and evaluation tools. It also explores essential social, ethical, and legal issues associated with testing and evaluation, including the prevention of cheating and academic policies for testing, grading, and progression.

Practical Guidance for Nursing Educators

The text offers practical advice on:

• Developing test blueprints
• Creating test items, including next-generation NCLEX-style items
• Assembling, administering, and scoring tests
• Conducting test/item analyses and interpretation
• Evaluating higher levels of learning
• Assessing written assignments
• Creating tests in online courses and programs

Clinical Evaluation Processes and Methods

A dedicated section focuses on clinical evaluation processes and methods, including:

• Using simulation for assessment and high-stakes evaluation
• Clinical evaluation in distance settings
• Utilizing technology for remote evaluation of clinical performance

Meeting National League for Nursing Competency #3

This text meets the National League for Nursing Certified Nurse Educator Competency #3: Use Assessment and Evaluation Strategies, ensuring that nursing educators are well-equipped to design and implement effective evaluation methods.

New to the Sixth Edition

This edition features expanded coverage of:

• Test item analysis and interpretation
• Clinical evaluation processes and methods
• Guidance on working with part-time clinical educators and preceptors
• Expand content on constructing and administering online tests
• Tips for adapting test bank items and other item-writing resources
• Guidelines for designing academic policies for academic integrity, testing, grading, and progression

Key Features and Ancillary Package

The book provides:

• Guidelines for developing test blueprints and assembling, administering, writing, and analyzing tests
• Sample scoring rubrics for evaluating written assignments
• A robust ancillary package, including an Instructor’s Manual and chapter PowerPoint slides

Publication details: Springer Publishing Company, 6th edition, December 9, 2019, Language: English.