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give examples for indirect measures
course evaluations, student surveys, enrollment information and graduate school placement tests.
What is a diary?
A diary is a personal written record of thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
What is the main aim of education?
To develop knowledge, skills, values, and critical thinking.
Which stage of observation explains possible reasons for what you observe
interpretation
give examples to direct measures
homework, quizzes, exams, reports, essays, research, projects, rubrics
+200 point
200
What are the approches to measuring student performance
summative tests, participation, check of homework, project work, role play
Which stage of observation focuses only on facts
description
Why trangulation is necessary
1. Reducing bias
2. Increasing credibility
3. Improving validity
4. Providing deeper understanding
What is the difference between diagnostic test and placement
A test that shows what a student knows and what they need to improve.A test that decides the student’s level and which class they should join.
what is elicitation
The process of getting information, ideas, or answers from students instead of giving it to them directly
What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative research?
Qualitative research focuses on words, experiences, and meaning.
Quantitative research focuses on numbers and statistics.
“You observe a classroom where students are mostly silent, and participation is very low. Apply the three stages of observation and suggest possible improvements for student engagement.”
Description:
Most students are silent; only a few answer questions.
Example: “Only 2 students raise their hands during discussion.”
Interpretation:
Students may be shy, bored, or unsure of the topic.
Evaluation / Suggestion:
Use group work, ask open questions, and praise participation to involve everyone.
What is difference between open-ended and close ended questions
Can be answered with yes/no or a short fact.Need a longer answer and explanation.
give one example of a full observation; description+interpretation+evaluation
Description: “A student is looking at their phone.”
• Interpretation: “Maybe they are bored or confused.”
• Evaluation: “The teacher should involve the student to help them focus.”