Q13. How to Develop Digital Tests and Exams
LEARNING OBJECTIVE
By the end of this section, you will be able to design digital assessments that are aligned with your learning objectives and fair to all your learners.
LISTEN
Listen to the following podcast (4.52 min) by Norbert Bolla, Music, English literature and ICT teacher trainer at the Mubende campus of UNITE in Western Uganda who explains how digital assessments can save time, support diverse learners, and make testing more interactive and effective. It also guides teachers on choosing reliable tools, preventing cheating, and giving meaningful digital feedback that helps students improve.

WATCH
Watch the following video (2.33 min) by ProProfs to get a hands-on demonstration on how to make an online test.
For a mobile optimised view, click 'Watch on YouTube'
READ
The following article by Nagitta (2023) gives insights in the plans by the Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board (UBTEB) in Monitor to start digital exams to modernise testing and reduce costs.
AI-INTEGRATION
How can AI support creating exams and tests?
AI-powered tools can help teachers design, adapt, and assess digital exams efficiently.
👉🏾 AI for creating exam questions
Example: “Ask an AI tool to generate multiple-choice, short answer, or problem-solving questions aligned to your learning objectives.”
👉🏾 AI for differentiation in tests
Example: “Use AI to create different versions of the same test for learners with varying skill levels or learning needs.”
👉🏾 AI for instant grading and feedback
Example: “Use AI to automatically check answers and provide personalised feedback to
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