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here are the answers to the questions from the provided B.Ed. Assessment for Learning question papers
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**Paper 1: C 42592 (SECOND SEMESTER B.Ed. DEGREE EXAMINATION
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PART-A (Answer all questions. Each question carries 2 marks)
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- What is Peer Assessment?
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- A process where students evaluate the work of their peers against set criteria.
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- It helps students develop critical thinking and evaluative skills.
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- Students gain insights by seeing how others approach tasks.
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- It provides feedback from multiple perspectives
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not just the teacher’s.
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- How will you prepare a Rating Scale?
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- Identify the specific trait
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skill
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- Define clear and distinct points or levels on the scale (e.g.
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- Write concise
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observable descriptors for each point on the scale.
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- Ensure the language used is simple and unambiguous.
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- (Optional: Assign numerical values to the points if quantitative data is needed).
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- List out the functions of a Diagnostic test.
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- To identify specific learning difficulties or weaknesses in students.
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- To pinpoint the underlying causes of these learning problems.
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* To provide information for planning targeted remedial instruction.
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* It is generally not used for grading but for understanding student needs.
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4. **What is the purpose of statistics in education?**
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* To organize
summarize
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* To compare the performance of different groups or individuals.
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* To help evaluate the effectiveness of teaching methods or educational programs.
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* To make informed decisions about curriculum
instruction
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5. **What is the purpose of Summative Assessment?**
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* To evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional unit
course
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* To certify student mastery of content and skills.
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* To assign grades or marks.
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* To make decisions about promotion
graduation
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6. **Describe any two principles of Assessment Practice.**
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* **Validity:** The assessment measures what it is intended to measure. For example
a math test should assess math skills
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* **Reliability:** The assessment yields consistent results over time or with different raters. If the same test is given again under similar conditions
similar scores should be obtained.
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* (Other principles: Fairness
Practicality
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7. **What are the disadvantages of essay type questions?**
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* Scoring can be subjective and influenced by rater bias.
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* They are time-consuming to score thoroughly.
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* They allow for limited sampling of content; fewer topics can be covered.
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* Student's writing ability can influence the grade
sometimes more than content knowledge.
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8. **Find Mean and Median for the following data 12
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* **Ordered Data:** 4
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* **Mean:** (Sum of values) / (Number of values) = (4+7+8+9+12+14) / 6 = 54 / 6 = 9.
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* **Median:** For an even number of values (n=6)
the median is the average of the two middle values (3rd and 4th). These are 8 and 9.
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Median = (8 + 9) / 2 = 17 / 2 = 8.5.
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9. **Distinguish between Criterion Referenced and Norms Referenced Evaluation.**
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* **Criterion-Referenced:** Compares a student's performance to a pre-defined standard or criterion of mastery (e.g.
"Can the student spell 80% of the words correctly?"). Focus is on what the student knows or can do.
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* **Norm-Referenced:** Compares a student's performance to the performance of other students in a specific group (the "norm" group). Focus is on relative standing or rank (e.g.
"Is the student in the top 10% of the class?").
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10. **Find out the drawbacks of Student evaluation in Transmission Reception Model.**
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* It often encourages rote memorization rather than deep understanding.
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* It tends to assess only recall of factual information
neglecting higher-order thinking.
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* Students are viewed as passive recipients
which can limit engagement and critical analysis.
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* Assessment methods are typically limited (e.g.
multiple-choice recall
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**Paper 2: (SECOND SEMESTER B.Ed. DEGREE EXAMINATION
APRIL 2023 - Different set)**
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**Part A (Answer all the questions. Each question carries 2 marks.)**
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1. **A rubric is an authentic assessment tool. Why?**
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* It clearly defines criteria for evaluating complex tasks or performances.
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* It makes expectations transparent to students
guiding their learning.
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* It allows for assessment of skills applied in realistic
real-world contexts.
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* It promotes consistency and objectivity in scoring performance-based tasks.
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2. **Name the four pillars of assessment according to constructivism?**
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* Assessment *for* learning (formative; to guide and improve ongoing teaching and learning).
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* Assessment *as* learning (students actively monitor their own learning
self-reflect
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* Assessment *of* learning (summative; to measure and report on what students have learned at a point in time).
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* Assessment *in* learning (assessment tasks are meaningful learning experiences themselves
integrated into instruction).
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3. **List out the role of a teacher in pre assessment?**
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* To identify students' prior knowledge
skills
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* To uncover any existing misconceptions or learning gaps.
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* To gather information to plan differentiated instruction tailored to student needs.
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* To help set appropriate learning goals for individuals or the class.
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4. **What are the properties of co-efficient of correlation?**
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* It ranges from -1.00 to +1.00.
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* The sign (+ or -) indicates the direction of the relationship (positive or negative).
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* The magnitude (absolute value) indicates the strength of the linear relationship (closer to 1 or -1 is stronger).
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* A value of 0 indicates no linear relationship between the variables.
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5. **How will you differentiate correlation from causation?**
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* **Correlation** indicates a statistical relationship or association where two variables tend to change together.
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* **Causation** means that a change in one variable directly causes a change in another variable.
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* Correlation does not imply causation; two variables can be correlated without one causing the other (e.g.
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* Establishing causation typically requires experimental research design or strong theoretical evidence.
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6. **What is formative use of summative test?**
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* Using the results of a summative test (typically given at the end of a unit) to inform future teaching.
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* Analyzing class performance to identify areas where students struggled
so instruction can be improved next time.
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* Providing feedback to students on their overall strengths and weaknesses based on the test
to guide their future learning.
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* It's not about re-grading the current test
but about learning from it for future improvement.
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7. **What are the advantages of on demand examination?**
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* Offers flexibility in scheduling for students
allowing them to take the exam when ready.
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* Can reduce test anxiety associated with fixed
high-pressure exam dates.
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* Allows for immediate or quicker assessment of specific competencies or for re-takes.
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* Can be more convenient for institutions and learners in certain contexts
like online learning.
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8. **What are the different levels where corrective diagnosis can be done?**
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* **Individual Student Level:** Identifying specific errors and misconceptions of a single student.
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* **Classroom Level:** Analyzing common errors or difficulties faced by a group of students in a class.
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* **Curriculum Level:** Identifying weaknesses or gaps in the instructional materials or curriculum design.
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* **Instructional Level:** Evaluating the effectiveness of teaching strategies used.
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9. **What are the indicators of a successful feedback?**
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* It is specific
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* It is timely
given soon after the performance.
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* It is actionable
providing guidance on how to improve.
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* It is constructive and encouraging
motivating the student.
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* (It is understood by the recipient).
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10. **What is the instructional benefit of using pre-assessment?**
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* Helps teachers understand students' existing knowledge and skill levels before instruction begins.
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* Enables teachers to tailor instruction to meet diverse student needs (differentiation).
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* Prevents re-teaching already mastered content
making learning more efficient.
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* Identifies students who may need foundational support or
conversely
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**Paper 3: MAR OSTHATHEOS TRAINING COLLEGE (SECOND SEMESTER B.Ed. DEGREE MODEL EXAMINATION -2023)**
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**Part A (Answer all questions. Each question carries 2 marks.)**
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1. **What do you mean by differentiated assessment?**
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* Tailoring assessment methods and tasks to meet the diverse needs of learners.
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* Varying the content
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* Providing multiple ways for students to demonstrate their understanding and skills.
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* Aims to ensure fair and accurate evaluation for all students
considering their readiness
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2. **What are the qualities of a good test?**
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* **Validity:** It measures what it is intended to measure accurately.
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* **Reliability:** It produces consistent results over time or with different scorers.
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* **Objectivity:** Scoring is free from personal bias of the examiner.
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* **Usability/Practicality:** It is easy to administer
score
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* (Comprehensiveness
Discriminatory power are also qualities).
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3. **What are components involved in the Preparation of test design in the Achievement test?**
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* Clearly defining the learning objectives or outcomes to be assessed.
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* Developing a blueprint or table of specifications (outlining content areas
question types
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* Selecting appropriate item types (e.g.
MCQ
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* Writing clear
unambiguous
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* Preparing scoring keys or rubrics for consistent evaluation.
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4. **Briefly explain culturally responsive assessment.**
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* Assessment practices that acknowledge
respect
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* Using assessment tasks
contexts
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* Aims to minimize cultural bias and ensure fair and equitable opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge.
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* Recognizes that culture influences how students learn and express their understanding.
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5. **What do you mean by standardisation of an achievement test?**
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* Administering the test under uniform conditions (e.g.
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* Using consistent scoring procedures applied by all scorers.
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* Establishing norms by administering the test to a large
representative sample group.
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* Ensuring that scores can be compared fairly across different individuals or groups.
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6. **What you mean by Self Assessment?**
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* A process where students reflect on and evaluate their own work or learning progress.
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* It involves students judging their performance against established criteria or learning goals.
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* It helps develop metacognitive skills
self-awareness
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* It empowers students to identify their strengths
weaknesses
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7. **What is Self reporting techniques?**
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* Methods of data collection where individuals provide information about themselves.
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* This can include their attitudes
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* Common examples include questionnaires
interviews
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* Relies on the respondent's honesty and self-awareness for accuracy.
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8. **What is CCE? What is it's significance?**
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* **CCE:** Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation.
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* **Continuous:** Assessment is an ongoing process integrated with teaching and learning
occurring regularly throughout the academic term.
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* **Comprehensive:** Assesses all aspects of a student's development
including scholastic (academic) and co-scholastic (e.g.
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* **Significance:**
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* Reduces exam-related stress by making assessment a regular
less daunting activity.
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* Provides regular feedback to students for improvement and to teachers for modifying instruction.
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* Promotes holistic development of the child.
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* Helps in identifying learning gaps early for timely intervention.
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9. **Define portfolio write two merits each.**
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* **Definition:** A purposeful
systematic collection of a student's work that demonstrates their efforts
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* **Merits:**
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* Shows growth and development over time
not just a snapshot.
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* Allows for student self-reflection and active participation in the learning process.
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* Assesses a variety of skills and learning styles authentically.
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* Provides a more holistic and comprehensive picture of student abilities. (Choose any two).
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10. **Write four rules for constructing multiple choice questions.**
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* The stem (question part) should be clear
concise
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* There should be only one correct or best answer among the options.
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* Distractors (incorrect options) should be plausible and attractive to uninformed students but clearly wrong.
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* Avoid using negatives or double negatives in the stem if possible
as they can be confusing.
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* (All options should be grammatically consistent with the stem).
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**Paper 4: (Image with "1490" stamp
likely a different exam set)**
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**Part A (Answer all questions. Each question carries 2 marks.)**
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1. **Write any four advantages of formative evaluation.**
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* Provides timely feedback to students
helping them understand their progress and areas for improvement.
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* Helps teachers monitor student learning and adjust their teaching strategies accordingly.
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* Identifies learning gaps and difficulties early
allowing for prompt intervention.
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* Increases student motivation and engagement by making learning an interactive process.
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2. **What do you mean by personality inventory?**
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* A self-report questionnaire designed to assess various aspects of an individual's personality.
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* It typically consists of a series of statements or questions about behaviors
thoughts
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* Respondents indicate how well each statement applies to them.
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* Used to measure traits
characteristics
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3. **What is meant by Prognostic test?**
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* A test designed to predict an individual's future performance or likelihood of success in a specific area or field.
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* It assesses aptitude or potential for learning or skill development.
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* Often used for guidance
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* Also known as an aptitude test.
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4. **What is qualitative and quantitative assessement?**
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* **Quantitative Assessment:** Involves collecting and analyzing numerical data. It focuses on "how much" or "how many." Examples include test scores
percentages
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* **Qualitative Assessment:** Involves collecting and analyzing non-numerical data
such as observations
