From the Driver’s Seat: Tim & Dan Breakdown Topic Test 1

This week on BIOL1070 Under the Hood with Tim & Dan, we’re taking a look in the rearview mirror at Topic Test 1. Dan & Tim break down what went into designing the test, reflect on what worked (and what definitely didn’t), and give us a peek into the decision-making process behind which questions get scrapped.

But before we shift gears to Topic Test 2, we’re answering a big student question: I didn’t do as well as I wanted—what did I do wrong?

There’s a lot of thought and care that goes into these tests (and, well… Dan and Tim had a lot to say), so buckle up—this one’s a long ride, but hopefully, it helps you hit the road with confidence for Topic Test 2!

📍 Topic Time Stamps

🔍 00:45 – Tim & Dan's Reminisce on Test Taking in University

📝 12:04 – Tim & Dan Reflect Before Topic Test 1

                    13:54 - What is Tim's favourite question 

                    16:00 - Are there any questions that may have more than one right answer?

                    19:09 - What question are you cheering for the students to do well on?

                    21:07 - What question does Tim think will be the hardest?

                    23:11 - How many questions do you think will be thrown away?

🤔 24:56 – Tim & Dan Reflect After Topic Test 1   

                     28:30 - Cheering for students: how did it go?

                     29:17 - What was the hardest question?

                     34:32 - What questions got thrown out?

                     35:08 - Did any questions have more than one correct answer?

                     42:51 - What did Tim & Dan learn fro this experience?

❓ 48:17 – Slido Spotlight: I Didn’t Do Well… What Did I Do Wrong?

Buckle up—it’s going to be a ride full of twists and turns! 🚗💨