Course code:1.2.9 A(1st half), Unit III Assessment

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Course code:1.2.9 A(1st half), Unit III Assessment for learning Topic: Achievement Test By - Ranita Banerjee Asst. Prof. (Economics) Meaning Achievement Test is a test of developed skill or knowledge Measures skills and knowledge developed through planned instruction It is what and how a individual has learned Measures how quickly, how accurately and at what level individual can perform a task Measures proficiency, mastery and understanding Definition Any test that measures accomplishment of an individual after a period of training or learning(N.M. Downie) The type of ability test that describes what a person has learned to do (Thorndike & Hagen) Characteristics of Achievement Test Reliability The degree of accuracy with which an exam measures what it seeks to measure A testee will obtain same score upon repeated administration Reliable tests produce consistent results Characteristics of Achievement Test Validity It measures what it is supposed to measure It produces consistent scores, can be objectively scored, has representative norms Characteristics of Achievement Test Ease in administration Conditions of answering are simple , scientific and logical Instructions are clear, easy to follow Not expensive Not only in terms of money but time and effort needed to construct tests Characteristics of Achievement Test Optimally timed The tests should neither be too long or too short Objectivity The scorer’s judgement should not affect the test Characteristics of Achievement Test Specificity The items should be specific to the course objectives Equilibrium Every subunit and every objective should have correct proportion of allotted questions Precise and clear Unambiguous questions Types Of Achievement Test A) Based on form Oral Written Practical B) Based on items Objective type Short answer type Essay type Combined Types Of Achievement Test C) Based on purpose Diagnostic Prognostic Accuracy Speed Power D) Based on construction Teacher made Standardised Types Of Achievement Test E) Based on time period Daily test Weekly test Monthly test F) Based on subject Reading test Spelling test Mathematics test Science test Steps for Construction 1. Planning the test a) designing the test b) Preparation of blue print 2. Preparing Preliminary Draft a) Item writing B) Item Editing C) Pre try out Steps for Construction 3. Try out 4. Item analysis 5. preparing the final draft 6.Establishing of validity, reliability, Norms Uses Of Achievement Test Measure student progress over time Effectiveness of schools and teachers Identify the appropriate academic placement for a student Identify weaknesses of student and what kind