Jay Parkes

In this enlightening discussion, Jay Parkes, an educational psychology professor from the University of New Mexico, and Dawn Zimmaro, Director of Learning Design at Stanford, explore the often misunderstood realm of multiple-choice questions. They emphasize that the design, not the format, can enhance learning. Effective distractors reveal student misconceptions and immediate feedback fosters deeper understanding. By leveraging technology, they advocate for transforming assessments into engaging learning tools, prioritizing student growth over mere evaluation.