A Scoring System for Short Answers on the Test in a Large Group

Abstract

Abstract. In this paper, we have developed the scoring system that scores short answers based on the score table updated by average scores of non-existing answers. The accuracy and the consistency are very important, because the score influences a life. Automatic mark systems have consistency but need more accuracy. In the paper and pencil, a consistency is difficult to maintain. To achieve accuracy and consistency, the scoring system consists of three passes. The first pass is to score the applicant's answers based on the readymade score table if it is in the table. If not, the second pass updates the table with the average of credits for which committee members evaluate the nonexisting answer. Finally, the third pass is to score non-existing answer based on the updated table.