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The NPTE Workshop for Faculty
September 12-14, 2008
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Cost: $410
Online Registration
Group Registration Form (PDF) (Updated on 10/26/2007)
Group Registration Form (Word Document) (Updated on 10/26/2007)
This three day workshop is designed to provide faculty members with an increased knowledge of the National Physical Therapy Examination program, which may benefit their program and students. It is being held in conjunction with the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy Annual Meeting.
Agenda (Updated on 7/14/2008)
PLEASE NOTE: This workshop runs for three full days, from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday and Saturday and 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday.
Day One: Receive expert psychometric training on writing multiple-choice test questions that more accurately test your students' understanding of the material.
- Learn to use item statistics to analyze items that you use on your exams
- Understand the characteristics of "good" multiple-choice test questions
- Review the barriers to writing good test questions
- Practice writing test questions and receive feedback on your practice questions
Day Two: Review NPTE test development.
- Review the analysis of PT and PTA practice and how it is used to update the NPTE
- Review the steps used to construct the NPTE
- Review the process used to set the passing standard for the NPTE
- Review the psychometric principles used to develop "high stakes" exams
Day Three: Share strategies for improving program pass rates
- Learn to use school reports to analyze your program
- Discuss the issue of cheating
- Review what students need to know about applying for and taking the NPTE
- Discuss your questions, concerns and issues regarding the NPTE
- Attend the annual FSBPT Awards Luncheon
Hotel Information (Updated on 10/26/2007)
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Rate: $169*/night
Website: www.minneapolis.hyatt.com
Making reservations
- Reservation Phone Number: (800) 233-1234 or (612) 370-1234
*To receive the discounted rate, please mention that you are with the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy and make your reservations by Monday August 4, 2008.
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