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Where are the answer explanations?
We know that its common place to show all answers (both right and wrong choices) when reviewing a quiz. However, we have been trying to work with educators find ways to improve scores as well as understanding of the material. We have researched the various options and we believe that we have a solid plan to best help our students.
In support of only showing the correct answer during review mode:
- The “Multiple-Choice Misinformation Effect”: Several studies have found that exposure to incorrect multiple-choice options can lead to the acquisition of misinformation, especially when the incorrect options are plausible distractors (Marsh, Roediger, Bjork, & Bjork, 2007; Potts & Shanks, 2019).
- Reduced Cognitive Load: Presenting only the correct answer can reduce cognitive load on the learner, as they do not need to process and evaluate multiple options, allowing them to focus their attention on the correct information (Sweller, 1988; Sweller, van Merrienboer, & Paas, 1998).
- Minimizing Interference: Providing incorrect options can create interference and make it more difficult for learners to encode and retrieve the correct information (Roediger & Marsh, 2005; Toppino & Brochin, 1989).
- Feedback Efficiency: Presenting only the correct answer can be a more efficient form of feedback, as it directly provides the learner with the desired information without the need to sift through or evaluate multiple options (Hattie & Timperley, 2007; Kulhavy & Stock, 1989).
- Reducing Misconceptions: Exposing learners to incorrect options, especially plausible ones, can reinforce or contribute to the development of misconceptions (Tanner & Allen, 2005; Guzzetti, Snyder, Glass, & Gamas, 1993).
These findings suggest that presenting only the correct answer during feedback or in learning materials can be a more effective approach, as it minimizes the potential for misinformation, reduces cognitive load, and promotes more efficient encoding and retrieval of the correct information.
This is what the review screen will look like only showing the correct answer
