Social Science Assessment Mechanisms
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What subjects do students learn in the Secondary and Senior Secondary stages as part of the Social Science discipline?

  • Literature, Philosophy, Sociology, and Anthropology
  • Music, Art, Drama, and Physical Education
  • Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics
  • History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics (correct)
  • What does 'Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation' mean in the context of Social Sciences?

  • An evaluation conducted at the end of each academic year
  • An evaluation method that focuses solely on written examinations
  • An evaluation that is only based on formal assessments
  • An evaluation strategy integrated with the teaching-learning process (correct)
  • Why is the use of continuous and comprehensive evaluation considered relevant in Social Sciences?

  • Because it eliminates the need for regular assessments
  • Because it is integrated with the teaching-learning process (correct)
  • Because it focuses only on formal assessment methods
  • Because it allows the students to study at their own pace
  • Which assessment mechanism is NOT mentioned as used across the subjects of the discipline of Social Science?

    <p>Practical Examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using continuous evaluation in Social Sciences?

    <p>To help teachers continuously achieve instructional objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are assessment mechanisms like Self-Assessment and Peer Assessment important in the discipline of Social Science?

    <p>To promote independent learning and cooperative learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of assessment strategies integrate teaching and assessment?

    <p>Observation, peer discussion, and unit end test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of development does the teaching of Social Science aim at?

    <p>Cognitive, affective, psychomotor, social, and emotional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tools and techniques are used for comprehensive evaluation in Social Science?

    <p>Questionnaires, schedules, and field visit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of term end examination in the constructivist approach to teaching?

    <p>To grade learners and provide terminal feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much weightage is typically given to term end examination in a course?

    <p>60 or 70 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using summative assessment like the term end examination?

    <p>To assess overall performance at the end of a term or course</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of evaluation ensures all-round assessment of the learners according to the text?

    <p>Comprehensive evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of attitude comes under the assessment strategies mentioned in the text?

    <p>Attitude towards the country, self, others, and various issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for using formative assessment strategies in the constructivist approach to teaching?

    <p>To provide timely feedback and enhance student learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does traditional stereo typed evaluation cater to according to the text?

    <p>Cognitive aspect of students behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

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