Roadmap

Description

A roadmap allows test designers to divide a test into steps and parts. In a standard situation, a test will show all the questions in sequence, but with a step-by-step plan, it is split up.

The candidate is presented with a test, which consists of several steps. Each step can be further divided into one or more sections. Depending on the sections a candidate selects, different questions may be presented. An example is the use of several cases that a candidate may choose from. With a roadmap, one test can contain several cases, each with its own questions.

A minimum and/or maximum can be set for the number of items to be answered. The candidate goes through all the steps, but each part can only be done once (even if it occurs in multiple steps). Each part and each step are inaccessible after they are closed.

When a roadmap is set, the list of rules is broken down by section. A drop-down list is used to choose a specific section. The image above shows that drop-down list. Via the parts in the roadmap, the rules associated with a part can also be opened. The 'Example' tab (see the image above) is also broken down into examples per part.

A blueprint with a roadmap can be converted back to a normal blueprint by removing all parts and steps. If there is one step with one part left, this step can be removed and the rules will be linked to the test matrix in the normal way.

Example

The image above shows a roadmap. This roadmap consists of two steps, each containing three parts. At step 1, candidates can select one of the parts; at step 2, all parts must be completed.

At step 1, instruction and completion is entered at Parts 1 and 2. This can be seen by the markings that appear with each part. If no text has been entered for an instruction or conclusion, a cross will appear next to it.

Create

1. After a blueprint has been created (it is not necessary to fill it in), click on the 'Roadmap' option in the 'Content' tab (see the adjacent image). If no steps have been added yet, click on the '+' icon to add a new step. The step has been added and can then be supplemented with parts. Previously created steps can be edited in this overview.
   
   
2. For each step, it can be indicated whether the candidate must complete all parts within that step, or whether the candidate may make a selection of one or more parts. If a candidate is allowed to make a selection himself, also indicate the maximum number of components that the candidate may choose. Click on 'Edit' and indicate this in the options.
   
   
3. If a step contains more than one part, a line of text will appear with "Choose from one of the following test parts:". This text can be edited.
   
   
4. Click on the "Add a part to this step" option to create a part. These are the green + icons to the right of the components (see also the example mentioned earlier).
   
   
5. Enter the name of the part and possibly the instruction and closing text. After these data have been entered, part 1 has been created.

To add a selection of questions or edit the settings, choose one of the options that will be shown when the mouse moves over the block.

• Click on the icon 'Show all rules of this section' to add the rules. This is done in the same way as when compiling test matrices, as well as selecting questions.
• To add another part, click on the option 'Add a part to this step'. When all parts have been added, it is possible to create the next step by clicking on the icon '+'.

Then save the test matrix and when it is ready, activate the test matrix so that it can be added to the test environment.

Disclaimer: This text was automatically translated from the Dutch version.