A countless variant simulation-based toolkit for remote learning and evaluation. Issue 1 (31st December 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Romero, Felipe; Bandera, Gerardo; Romero, Javier; Romero, Luis F.
• Is Part Of: Cogent engineering. Volume 10:Issue 1(2023)
• Publication Date: 2023-12-31
• Subjects: Computer fundamentals -- online evaluation -- hardware simulator -- student motivation -- individualised assessments; Engineering -- Periodicals; Technology -- Periodicals; Engineering; Technology; Periodicals; 620
• DOI: 10.1080/23311916.2023.2203437
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2331-1916

Abstract

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a profound transformation in the educational landscape in recent months. Educators worldwide have been challenged to tackle academic issues they could never have imagined. Among the most stressful situations faced by students and teachers is implementing online assessments. This paper proposes a system that includes exam prototypes for computer architecture modules at the higher education level. This system generates a wide range of questions and variations on the server side, supported by a set of simulators, resulting in many unique examination proposals. This system streamlines the monitoring process for the teacher, as it eliminates the possibility of two students receiving similar exams and reduces student stress by allowing them to practice with a limitless number of exam samples. This paper also highlights several indicators that demonstrate the advantages of this framework.