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Creating statistics e-assessments using Dewis with embedded R code

Weir, Iain; Gwynllyw, Rhys; Henderson, Karen

Authors

Rhys Gwynllyw Rhys.Gwynllyw@uwe.ac.uk
Associate Professor in Teaching and Learning



Abstract

We report on the creation of statistics e-assessments using the Dewis system with embedded R code. Dewis is a fully algorithmic open-source e-assessment system designed and developed at the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE). Dewis’ ability to communicate with the R programming language greatly facilitates the task of generating bespoke data and its subsequent analysis. This approach has allowed us to successfully test students’ ability to perform involved statistical analyses on individual data sets and led to the creation of a suite of open access online e-learning modules on the UK national statstutor website. Development of a Dewis-R interface allows the creation of sophisticated e-assessments solely by writing an R script file. The goal is to create a community of Dewis-R practitioners who will be able to author and share relevant, authentic and engaging statistics e-assessments that enrich the learning experience of students.

Citation

Weir, I., Gwynllyw, R., & Henderson, K. (2017). Creating statistics e-assessments using Dewis with embedded R code. MSOR Connections, 15(2), 51-59

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Nov 16, 2016
Online Publication Date Jan 26, 2016
Publication Date Jan 26, 2017
Deposit Date Jan 27, 2017
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal MSOR Connections
Print ISSN 1473-4869
Publisher sigma network
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 15
Issue 2
Pages 51-59
Keywords statistics, SPSS, R, e-assessment, Dewis
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/899637
Publisher URL https://journals.gre.ac.uk/index.php/msor/issue/view/49/showToc