1 Testing and Evaluation

Testing and Evaluation - ISFSI2 Testing and Evaluation Purpose of Tests –measure instructor ability –discover student weakness –stimulates the students Uses of Tests –Emphasize important points –Identifies student weakness –Identifies weakness in instruction –Holds students accountable –Basis for reporting success

Testing and Evaluation - ISFSI3 Testing and Evaluation Types of Tests –Oral –Written –Manipulative - performance based

Testing and Evaluation - ISFSI4 Test Administration General –provide clear directions –arrange environment –advise length of test –avoid giving hints –provide students with feedback ASAP Oral Tests –Individually –Rephrase questions Manipulative Tests –Provide evaluation before test –follow established procedure –equipment and skill sheet

Testing and Evaluation - ISFSI5 Test Administration (con’t) Written Tests –Read instructions aloud –Arrange seating –Provide necessary items –Keep instructions during test to a minimum –Test security

Testing and Evaluation - ISFSI6 Reducing Student Failure One to one contact –watch for warning signs during course Tutoring –additional reading, case studies, hands-on Self Motivation –ignite students desire to improve themselves

7 Records and Reports Authority Having Jurisdiction will teach you how your department utilizes these forms and records

Testing and Evaluation - ISFSI8 Records and Reports OSFM –Request for examination –Application for certification –Training jackets –Individual records –Monthly and yearly reports Benefits –Information easy to access –Used as comparison –Allow to improve from one level to another –Provide documentation that training has occurred –Reimbursement