I have found Rubristar and EasyTestMaker both extremely user friendly. In fact, this is the 2nd time I have used Rubristar this summer. I have enjoyed using these tools in my own classroom as a convenient way to get my job done efficiently.
2. One of the primary issues associated with implementation of distance education revolves around the teacher’s ability to adequately and appropriately evaluated student progress and competencies. Do you believe that this is an issue? Why or why not?
I can see both sides of this issue. Most of the time, I can walk around my class and listen to my students discussions to evaluate their progress and competency of a given subject. It is quick, easy, and provides the opportunity for instant feedback. However, that is not the only method I use to gain this information. I also have my students do writings, such as exit slips in order to gain the information. I believe that it is all in how you tackle the problem. If you are teaching using distance education, then you have to modify your methods of gathering information.