CBT Features

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CBT stands for Computer-Based Test. CBT refers to a type of exam where the test-taker uses a computer to answer the questions instead of using pen and paper. The computer-based test is administered using a computer system or a network of computer systems.

CBT has become increasingly popular over the years because of its many advantages. For example, CBT offers a faster and more efficient way to administer tests, and it provides immediate feedback to test-takers. It also allows for a more accurate and reliable grading process.

CBT is used in a variety of settings, including schools, universities, professional certification programs, and job selection processes. Many standardized tests such as the GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, and SAT are now computer-based.

some of the features and analytics available with simexams.com CBT reports:

Exam Summary Report: Provides an overview of exam results including total number of candidates, average score, pass/fail rate, and more.

Candidate Performance Report: Displays individual candidate results including overall score, section-wise scores, time taken for the exam, and more.

Question-wise Report: Shows performance statistics for each question, including the number of times it was answered correctly and incorrectly, as well as the average time taken to answer it.

Group-wise Report: Allows you to analyze exam results by candidate groups or classes, providing valuable insights for educators and trainers.

Comparative Report: Allows you to compare exam results across multiple tests or groups, providing a comprehensive view of performance over time.

Geolocation Report: Displays the location of candidates who have taken the exam, providing insights into the geographical reach of your exams.

Exam Event Log: Provides a detailed record of exam events, including login/logout times, start and end times, question-wise responses, and more.

Exam Screen Recording: Provides a video recording of the candidate's screen during the exam, allowing you to review the exam process and detect any potential malpractices.

Exam Proctoring: Allows you to monitor exams in real-time and detect any potential malpractices, ensuring the integrity of your exam results.

These reports and analytics provide valuable insights into exam performance, allowing educators and trainers to identify areas for improvement and optimize their training programs.

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Features of simexams.com CBT software:

1. Modes:

Exam mode: This mode simulates the actual exam environment in which a candidate needs to answer the exam created by the instructor within a given time without any help from flashcards.
Learn mode: This mode provides an interactive learning environment where a candidate can go through each question, view flashcards, and see correct answers for each question.
Review mode: This mode allows you to save exam results for future viewing. In review mode, you can view saved exams with answers selected by the candidate, along with the correct answer and detailed explanation for each question (if provided by the author).

2. Display features:
Variable font size: Allows you to set the font size in the exam screen as small, large, or extra large.
Read modes (Day/Night modes): You can change the exam screen display setting between Day Mode (black text on a white background) and Night Mode (white text on a black background) to help you read according to your convenience.
Intuitive navigation: The software has a user-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation through the exam.

3. Supported Question Types:
Multiple choice single answer (MCQA) [In plain text, HTML, PDF format]
Multiple choice multi-answer (MCMA) [In plain text, HTML, PDF format]

4. Configurable exam options:
Number of questions in the exam (or quiz): The total number of questions that should be available in each exam.
Random or sequential: The instructor can select if questions present in the database should be presented to the candidate in sequential or random order. The feature for randomizing the answer options for each question is also available.
Exam Time: The instructor can set the time allowed for the candidate to complete the exam.
Pause Timer: The instructor can allow or deny pausing of the exam timer by the candidate while taking the exam.
Question Bookmaking: The instructor can allow or deny bookmarking of the questions. Bookmarked questions can be viewed separately during the exam. The candidate can also view ONLY bookmarked questions after the exam.

5. Other Features:
Notes: Candidates can add notes for each question while taking the exam for any reference at a later stage.
Customizing Questions: The instructor can customize the exam for the candidate to allow questions from specific topics only.
Score Calculation: At the end of each exam (learn and exam modes), the candidate is given a score calculation based on the total number of questions present in the exam and the number of correctly answered questions in that exam.

6. Reports and Analytics:
Geo-location of the student taking the exam
Monitor all online exams from the control panel using image casting
Record system screen for the entire duration of the exam

7. Author Module features:
Configure the application to use your server database
Register as an admin and create any number of authors and exams
Centralized database allows multiple authors to populate a single database
Create any number of candidates and groups/classes
Assign candidates to any number of groups/classes
Set Exam Configuration parameters
Add/Edit/Delete questions
Import/Export questions from CSV files
Review the exams created by other authors
Track the performance of candidates in each exam
Manage users, exams, and groups/classes.

https://www.simexams.com/library.htm

simexams.com CBT offers a library of pre-built test modules that cover various topics and subjects. These test modules can be used as-is or can be customized by the user to suit their specific needs. The library includes test modules for subjects like mathematics, science, engineering, computer science, and more.
Each test module comes with a predefined set of questions and answers that have been developed by subject matter experts. The questions are designed to be challenging and cover a broad range of topics within the subject. Additionally, users can customize these test modules by adding or deleting questions, changing the difficulty level, and adjusting other parameters.
Using the library of test modules can save users a lot of time and effort that would otherwise be spent creating their own questions and exams. It also ensures that the questions are well-designed and cover all the necessary topics within the subject. Overall, the library of test modules is a valuable feature that can make the process of creating and administering exams much easier for users.

Exam Engine Features:

1. Modes: Available in a) Exam mode: that simulates the actual exam environment, and b) Learn mode that provides an interactive learning environment.
2. Display features: Available with variable font sizes, day/night read modes, and intuitive navigation.
3. Supported Question Types: Supports various question types, including multiple choice single answers, multiple choice multi-answer, drag-n-drop, exhibit, and hot-spot questions. Author can feed the content in plain text, html, pdf, and several other formats.
4. Configurable exam options include a) Number of questions in the exam b) Question and answer randomization, c) Exam time settings, d) Ability to pause timer and e) Bookmark questions, 
5. Feedback and Notes: Candidates can provide question feedback and also add notes for each question while taking the exam for any reference at a later stage.
6. Customizing Questions: The instructor can customize the exam for the candidate to allow questions from specific topics only.
7. Score Calculation: At the end of each exam, the candidate is given a score based on the criteria as set by the Instructor.
8. Power Failure Recovery: The exam would recover to the point where it was interrupted in the event of power failure, and the user can continue there after.
9. Online/Offline modes: The exam can be conducted in online and offline modes. In the event of online mode, proctoring is possible.

Configure the application to use your own server database: The Author Module allows you to set up the software to use your own database, which can be helpful if you want to keep your data in-house or on your own servers.
Author Engine Features:

1. Register as an admin and create any number of authors and exams: As an admin, you can create new author accounts and give them access to create their own exams and questions.
2. Centralized database allows multiple authors to populate a single database: The Author Module allows multiple authors to contribute to a single database, making it easy to collaborate on exam creation.
3. Create any number of candidates and groups/classes: With the Author Module, you can create candidate accounts and assign them to groups or classes, which can be useful if you are using the software in an educational or corporate setting.
4. Assign candidates to any number of groups/classes: You can assign candidates to one or more groups or classes, making it easy to manage large numbers of test-takers.
5. Set exam configuration parameters: The Author Module allows you to customize exams by setting parameters such as the number of questions, the time limit, and the order in which questions are presented.
6. Create question database by authors: The Author Module allows authors to create their own question database by entering questions, answer choices, and correct answers.
Overall, the Author Module is a powerful tool that allows authors to create and manage their own exams, and collaborate with others to build a comprehensive question database.

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Exam Engine for MAC Computers

The Exam Engine works in conjunction with author module. The author module enables inputting the required questions and answers by the author(s). The detailed help provides step-by-step procedure on using the author module and the test engine. The exam engine allows a candidate to take the test.

Check out the Mac CBT and download free trial for MAC: https://www.simexams.com/products/cbt-exam-engine-mac.htm

Note that the CBT for MAC doesnot provide the authoring features. Only Windows system is currently offering authoring features. MAC may be used for delivering the exam/test/assignment/lessons to students. It can be used as a learing and test/assessment tool but not as an authoring tool.