Evaluation of Health Training Programme and Test Construction - HMPD Flashcards
What is the definition of evaluation in a health training programme?
The art of measuring the achievement of learners in relation to set objectives.
What does evaluation in health training aim to measure?
The extent to which learners have attained the learning objectives.
List three methods used in the evaluation of health training programmes.
Objective questions, essay questions, and practical examinations.
What are the four criteria for selecting an evaluation method?
Validity, reliability, discrimination, and practicality.
Why must an evaluation method be valid?
Because it must measure what it is intended to measure.
Why is reliability important in evaluation?
It ensures consistent results across different settings or times.
What does it mean for an evaluation method to be discriminatory?
It should include a range of difficulty to differentiate between poor, average, and strong students.
Why is practicality important in selecting an evaluation method?
It should be easy to prepare and administer within available resources.
What is the first rule of test construction?
The purpose of the assessment should be clear.
What does a test ‘blueprint’ refer to?
A plan that guides the structure and content of the test.
Why should the scope of a test be outlined?
To ensure that the material to be tested is clearly defined and covered.
How should the type of test item be selected?
Based on which item most directly and effectively measures the intended learning outcome.
Why should an adequate number of questions be included in a test?
To ensure all learning objectives are measured and the test is comprehensive.
