CAN THO UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY ORGANIZED WORKSHOP “SKILLS FOR DEVELOPING QUESTION BANKS”
On August 6, 2025, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, in collaboration with Professor Susan Elizabeth Matthews from the University of Sheffield (the United Kingdom), held a specialized workshop entitled “Skills for developing question banks” for faculty members across the university.
The workshop aimed to update methodologies for constructing and standardizing course assessment question banks, equipping lecturers with enhanced skills to design multiple-choice examinations that accurately assess learners’ competencies. At the workshop, Professor Susan Matthews delivered presentations on techniques for developing questions across various cognitive levels, the processes of assessment standardization, and shared international best practices. She also addressed common challenges encountered in building multiple-choice question banks.
In addition to the academic content, Professor Susan Matthews provided direct feedback on the university’s existing question banks and introduced the recognition systems and curriculum design processes used in health sciences education in the United Kingdom.
The event attracted a large number of lecturers from different CTUMP’s faculties and centers, including those responsible for training international students, fostering a dynamic platform for academic exchange. The workshop not only enhanced the professional capacity of the teaching staff but also strengthened opportunities for collaborative research and continuous improvement of educational quality between Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy and the University of Sheffield, the United Kingdom.
Some highlights from the workshop:
Ms. Phan Thi Tuyet Nhung, Deputy Head of the Office of Education Quality Management, presented a souvenir to Professor Susan Matthews
Professor Susan Matthews was presenting on question bank development skills
Professor Susan Matthews was engaging in a group discussion with the university’s lecturers
For further information, please contact:
Office of Education Quality Management
Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy
179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Tan An Ward, Can Tho City
Email: qlclgd@ctump.edu.vn
