Test Prep Student and Teacher Perceptions
Overview
Two teachers piloted Flexi Test Prep with a combined 104 students to prepare for upcoming assessments. Feedback explored how Test Prep influenced confidence, performance, and study behaviors.
Purpose
The study aimed to capture student and teacher perceptions of Flexi's Test Prep, focusing on preparedness, usability, and overall value as a study tool.
Methodology
- Participants: 104 students (15 middle school, 89 high school) across two classrooms
- Approach: Students used Test Prep ahead of a class test and completed a survey on experience, attitudes, and outcomes
- Teacher input: Teachers shared observations on student engagement and effectiveness
Student Survey Questions:
- How confident are you that the questions given by Flexi will be similar to the ones on the quiz/test?
- Did you enjoy studying for your quiz/test with Flexi?
- Did the Test Prep with Flexi help you identify areas where you needed more practice?
- Would you recommend Flexi to one of your friends to help them study for their quizzes and tests?
- Which of the following best describes your experience studying for your quiz/test with Flexi?
- Which of the following best describes your experience toward using Flexi for quiz/test prep again?
- What about Flexi helped you the most?
- Was there anything that you didn't like about your experience?
- Were there any topics you felt Flexi did not cover well? If yes, what were they?
- How helpful was Flexi as a quiz/test prep tool?
Key Takeaways
Flexi Test Prep was well-received, with strong indicators of improved preparedness, positive student attitudes, and enthusiasm for repeated use. While middle school and high school students had different expectations, refinements in navigation, hints, and content depth will further increase its effectiveness.
Survey Data:
- 88.5% of students enjoyed studying for their assessment using Test Prep.
- 76.9% of students reported feeling more prepared for their exam using test prep compared to their normal preparation process.
- 78.8% of students would recommend Flexi to a friend.
- 87.5% of students expressed a desire to use Test Prep again to help prepare for a future assessment.
- 43.3% of students were confident that Flexi’s questions would be similar to the ones on their assessment.
- Overall high schoolers reported a better experience than middle schoolers.
- Middle schoolers want Flexi to feel like a "study friend". Middle schoolers struggle with hints, engagement, and feeling stuck
- High schoolers want Flexi to be fast, efficient, and relevant to their test material. High schoolers struggle with navigation, content depth, and usability issues.
