Pedagogy MCQS

A. Make judgment about the quality of something
B. Assign a mark or score to a student
C. Measure the achievement of students
D. Test the student in a subject

The main purpose of evaluation is to assess and form judgments about the quality or effectiveness of educational processes or outcomes, rather than just assigning scores or measuring achievement.

A. Groups
B. Individuals
C. Areas
D. Interests

Norm-referenced tests compare individuals against each other to rank or classify their performance relative to peers. This comparison helps in understanding relative standing and performance.

A. Completion
B. Short answer
C. Multiple choice question
D. Essay

Multiple choice questions provide more reliable marking due to their objective nature and ease of scoring. They have clear correct answers, reducing subjectivity in the evaluation process.

A. Item is too easy
B. Item is acceptable
C. Item is difficult
D. Item is weak

A difficulty value less than 0.20 indicates that the test item is too easy, as a high proportion of test-takers can correctly answer it.

A. Assessment
B. Test
C. Measurement
D. Evaluation

Test

A. Are easy to prepare
B. Are easy to solve
C. Are easy to mark
D. Test critical thinking

Objective type questions are advantageous because they are easy to mark and score, providing clear right or wrong answers and reducing grading time and potential bias.

A. Test
B. Measurement
C. Assessment
D. Evaluation

Measurement involves assigning numerical values to specific attributes or behaviors. It provides a quantitative way to evaluate and compare performance or characteristics.

A. Item is good
B. Item is acceptable
C. Item is weak
D. Item discriminating negatively

A discrimination value greater than 0.4 indicates that the item effectively distinguishes between high and low performers, making it a good measure of ability.

A. Test
B. Testing
C. Assessment
D. Examination

A test consists of a series of questions designed to evaluate knowledge, skills, or abilities. It is a tool used to measure various attributes through a structured format of questions.

A. Intelligence tests
B. Performance tests
C. Scholastic aptitude tests
D. Interest tests

Performance tests require individuals to solve problems or construct patterns using concrete materials. These tests evaluate practical skills and abilities through hands-on tasks.