Educational Evaluation Instruments

Abstract

Educational evaluation instruments are essential tools for measuring and assessing student learning outcomes. This text comprehensively discusses the definition, functions, objectives, characteristics, and types of educational evaluation instruments. Effective evaluation instruments must meet the criteria of validity, reliability, objectivity, practicability, and economy. The types of evaluation instruments are divided into two main categories: tests (written, oral, practical) and non-tests (observation, interview, questionnaire, portfolio). Each type of instrument has its own strengths and challenges in its application. Selecting the appropriate instrument is crucial to ensure accurate and comprehensive assessment of students' learning progress, as well as to provide useful information for educators in improving the quality of teaching. This text emphasizes the importance of evaluation instruments in supporting educational accountability, curriculum development, and overall improvement of educational quality.