Center for Teaching, Learning & Faculty
Development
Writing Tests - Test Matrix
Directions: Take each test question and
determine the cognitive level required to answer the question, and which major
topic from those being tested it comes from. Mark an X next to the appropriate
areas on the matrix for each.
Test Questions 1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10
Cognitive Level
Knowledge
Comprehension
Application
Evaluation
Analysis/Synthesis
Course Topics
Topic 1
Topic 2
Topic 3
Topic 4
Topic 5
Faculty wanting further information about any of
these topics are encouraged to contact Terry Doyle at doylet@ferris.edu