Testing
I prefer to make tests using material we specifically covered in class as opposed to the textbook exams
We use tests that come out of our home office so they go along with our text books that we use in all of our schools.
Hi Robin, I actually also word questions from the text and even make notes for myself with the pages each question comes from.
Susan Polick
The problem I have encountered about writing exams is: if you have a student that is a stickler for the way a particular question is phrased, you can very easily find yourself in an argument/disagreement with that student. I started wording questions almost identically to the wording in the book for a while to prevent them from arguing with me, because then I could point to the book and say "see, here it is". How do you approach this sort of issue with your students to prevent them from arguing with you over every single question in an attempt to gain more points?
I agree using sources that students are familiar with is important but I try to be certain I use all the sources: PPT., Text, Lab Books and discussions...
I totally agree with this. Some of these pre-made tests that come along with the text books can have disadvantages. Like questions with more than 1 correct answer (which always stirs up an argument), irrelevant questions, and even some questions that weren't covered in the book. I prefer to go through the book and my own notes and slides and either make my own test OR "tweak" the text test.
I as well make tests this way. I do follow the specific guidelines from the syllabus.
I use lecture and text students should own a certain level of educational responsibility.
I do agree with the above-mentioned statement.
I prepare special manuals for students. These manuals cover the topics of the syllabus.I teach from the manuals and I cover certain areas each lesson. At the end of the week, I will give a test on the topics I have covered from the manual. In doing this, I am making sure that the test does not include topics that were not covered.
My tests usually cover entire topic's material. I have opportunity to check levels of my students' knowlege
that helps to keep the content structured.
Hi Shannon, Thanks for your post to the forum. I agree that is the ideal strategy as long as your lesson plans were based on the assigned textbook.
Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career.
Susan Polick
