{"id":1547,"date":"2020-10-19T12:23:10","date_gmt":"2020-10-19T11:23:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.englishforums.com\/blog\/?p=1547"},"modified":"2020-10-19T12:23:10","modified_gmt":"2020-10-19T11:23:10","slug":"top-9-test-maker-software-for-teachers-during-coronavirus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.englishforward.com\/blog\/top-9-test-maker-software-for-teachers-during-coronavirus\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 9 Test Maker Software for Teachers During Coronavirus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Relying on new technological solutions is not only convenient but necessary during the coronavirus pandemic.\u00a0<\/span>
\nDigital technologies have proven to be invaluable for <\/span>solving many of the problems<\/span><\/a> arising from the crisis.\u00a0<\/span>
\nSince the pandemic is not over yet, it\u2019s essential to find the right tools that help teachers expand and test their students\u2019 knowledge while complying with health and safety regulations.\u00a0<\/span>
\nThat\u2019s where online test makers come in handy.\u00a0<\/span>
\nDesigned to help alleviate some of the burdens that teachers are carrying during COVID-19, test creators can be invaluable tools, but only if you manage to pick reliable software solutions.\u00a0<\/span>
\nSo, let\u2019s look at some of the best rated online test makers and see which one suits you and your students\u2019 needs best. <\/span><\/p>\n

ProProfs Test Maker<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nProProfs Test Maker is a fan favorite as it\u2019s intuitive, user-friendly, and compatible with all devices \u2013 mobile, tablet, and PCs.\u00a0<\/span>
\nRegardless of the device you and your students are using, everyone can easily access the software and enjoy its benefits to the fullest.\u00a0<\/span>
\nAs an admin, you\u2019ll have access to an abundance of useful tools and features. You can create a test of any kind, featuring over 10 question types, including multiple-choice, hotspot, fill-in-the-blanks, and more.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou can come up with your own questions or make use of the vast library with over 100,000 ready-to-use questions and pre-made quizzes.\u00a0<\/span>
\nEvery aspect of your test can be fully customized, from the theme to the completion certificate.\u00a0<\/span>
\nAdmins receive automatic reports and analytics, get insight into test results, student performance, scores, completion rates, and more. Grading can be done automatically to save time and effort.\u00a0<\/span>
\nOverall, ProProfs Test Maker is a comprehensive and convenient software that can make testing a breeze.<\/span><\/p>\n

Easy Test Maker<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nEasy Test Maker is a handy tool for teachers and instructors. All your tests can be easily created, printed, and published with a few clicks.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou can upload tests you already have or create new ones directly in Easy Test Maker.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou\u2019ll have access to several question types, and once you\u2019ve launched your quiz, the questions can be randomized to prevent cheating.\u00a0<\/span>
\nSome analysis reporting is available, and admins can learn more about how many students answered correctly or incorrectly.\u00a0<\/span>
\nA free version is available, but it\u2019s somewhat limited. To get the full set of features, you\u2019ll need to subscribe to either Plus or Premium plan.<\/span><\/p>\n

TestYou<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nTeachers can use TestYou to create public and private tests and easily distribute them to their students. The tests you make can even be shared on social media channels like Facebook and Twitter.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou can set a specific time and date for the tests, create exclusive groups to assign a particular group with a specific test, include negative marking to prevent guessing, and more.\u00a0<\/span>
\nIf you want, you can enable students to retake a test once, every hour, or as many times as they need.\u00a0<\/span>
\nStudents can easily resume incomplete tests in case of computer problems, power failure, or other unexpected events. All answers and time spent are automatically saved. This feature can be turned off as needed. <\/span><\/p>\n

Testmoz<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nTestmoz is a popular online test maker that\u2019s suitable for K12 and higher education, as well as corporate environments.\u00a0<\/span>
\nIt\u2019s relatively simple to use and accessible online via any device.\u00a0<\/span>
\nTeachers can create graded and ungraded tests and quizzes, develop question banks, upload files and media, and easily customize almost every aspect.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou\u2019ll get summarized statistics showing the average and individual scores, as well as the time they took to complete the test.\u00a0<\/span>
\nTeachers have access to a generous free version, but it\u2019s always best to sign up for a paid version and unlock all the features. <\/span><\/p>\n

Speed Exam<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nSpeed Exam can be useful across many industries, offering features that are valuable to educational institutions as well as for banking and manufacturing.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou can quickly schedule tests for all students on the same date and time, grade them automatically, and even share results with parents and other teachers.\u00a0<\/span>
\nAll your students can access Speed Exam and quickly complete the self-registration process to ensure efficiency.\u00a0<\/span>
\nThis test maker offers a wide array of features, so it can take some time to figure it out, but it\u2019s well worth the time. Make sure you get familiar with the software before you launch your tests. <\/span><\/p>\n

Hot Potatoes<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nHot Potatoes is a free-to-use test maker usable on both Mac and Windows, and as any free software \u2013 it lacks some of the more advanced features that ProProfs or Speed Exam have as premium solutions.\u00a0<\/span>
\nStill, it can be very valuable to teachers and educational institutions trying to work around a\u00a0 tight budget.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou can choose from eight question types, include negative answers, set time restrictions, and even allow for hints to help the students along.\u00a0<\/span>
\nThe tests you create can be made available to anyone online, and you\u2019ll have to pay for a license if you want to make them exclusive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Help Teaching<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nHelp Teaching has all the basic features of a test creator \u2013 several question types, question randomization and shuffling, scheduling, and the like.\u00a0<\/span>
\nWhat sets this online test maker apart is that it enables long test versions, supporting up to 100 questions. So, it\u2019s convenient for prepping your students for their SATs or entrance exams.\u00a0<\/span>
\nIt\u2019s simple to use, and it makes it easier for teachers to create and share their tests online. Still, it doesn\u2019t have many of the bells and whistles that come with other, more robust solutions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

QuestionPro<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nQuestionPro\u2019s primary purpose is to be a survey creator for companies and large enterprises. Still, its features can make it a useful tool for teachers trying to create online tests.\u00a0<\/span>
\nIt offers multiple-choice questions, matrix questions, open-ended text, and more.\u00a0<\/span>
\nYou can create surveys and tests with embedded audio\/video and images and customize your tests\u2019 themes and appearance.\u00a0<\/span>
\nIt shines when used for gathering feedback on your online classes, but testing and grading are also possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

QuizCV<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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\nQuizCV is easily scalable to suit the needs of any school or classroom. You can provide access to your tests through email invitations, so you can control who gets to take a test and when.\u00a0<\/span>
\nThe test creator boasts standard features like time restrictions, a multitude of question types, analytics and reporting, and more.\u00a0<\/span>
\nIts design is somewhat outdated, but it still provides sophisticated solutions for test creation that can help you grade your students during the pandemic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Finding the right test creator is crucial for assessing your students\u2019 knowledge and ensuring they\u2019re progressing as expected during COVID-19.\u00a0<\/span>
\nSo, give these test makers a try, and see which one is best suited for your needs.<\/span>
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