Importance of Blueprints in Assessment Design: The session underscored the foundational role of blueprints in constructing balanced and purposeful question papers. A well-thought-out blueprint ensures every question serves a learning objective.
Linking Curriculum with Learning Outcomes: Educators were guided on how to design assessments that align directly with the curriculum and desired learning outcomes, promoting meaningful evaluations over superficial recall.
Integration of Bloom’s Taxonomy in Question Framing: Emphasis was placed on crafting questions across multiple cognitive levels from remembering to evaluating to cater to diverse learners and encourage critical thinking.
Internal Assessment Beyond Marks: Teachers were encouraged to use internal assessments as tools to reflect real understanding through rubrics, portfolios, and enrichment activities, rather than relying solely on test scores.
Designing Fair and Inclusive Questions: Practical strategies were shared to help avoid bias, maintain clarity, and include a variety of difficulty levels in question papers, ensuring accessibility and fairness for all students.
This session, led by NCERT Master Trainer Mathews K Thomas, served as a timely and transformative engagement for educators navigating the shift toward competency-based education. From the importance of structuring assessments thoughtfully to creating inclusive and meaningful question papers, every aspect was designed to help educators make informed choices in the classroom. The Educart’s CPD Webinar not only reinforced the need for balanced and learner-focused evaluation systems but also empowered teachers with actionable strategies to drive change from within their schools.