Creating tests and quizzes for both traditional and online classes can be very time-consuming. Luckily, there are now many free online "generators" being designed that take much of the work out of online test design. Educators interested in creating a simple online test, can explore the six user-friendly tools listed below.
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/quizcenter/quizcenter.html
This easy to tool will allow users to create, publish and grade quizzes online. This generator can be used for multiple grades and with various content areas.
Easy Test Maker
http://www.easytestmaker.com/default.aspx
Users can create different tests formats: multiple choice, fill in the blank, matching, short answer, true or false and more. This robust tool includes a spell check function as well.
JavaScript QuizMaker
http://www.attotron.com/pub/Quizmake.htm
This is quiz generator provides JavaScript that you can cut and paste into a teacher or class Web page.
ContentGenerator.net
http://www.contentgenerator.net/
This program creates Flash-based multiple choice quizzes and games. The use of Flash means that the quizzes can be used on any Web page, learning environment, intranet or just a single computer. Users have a choice of three different quizzes:
- The Big Quiz: designed for interactive whiteboard / projector use.
- Quiz + Text: a mini quiz together with a customizable rich-text area that provides users with a reading text or even a mini-webquest.
- Mini-quiz: a mini-quiz that can be added to an existing page or used as part of a larger development. Ideal as a quick quiz to engage users.
Learning Impulse
http://www.learningimpulse.com/
Users can create their own web based games for free. No programming knowledge is necessary.
Users simply create questions and categories and instantly a personalized educational game for children ages 3 + is created. To get started, go to http://educationbydesign.com/content/register
http://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/
This tool offers many powerful features including additional multiple question types, quiz types, authentication controls, grading features, RSS feeds and more.