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1. Administering
Tests
WEEK 12: UNIT: 12
Lecture # 21 and 22

2. TABLE OF CONTENT
o Introduction
o Significance of Test Administering
o Steps In Administering Test
o Test Administration Procedures
o Procedures For Handling Irregular
Situations during test
o Significance of setting in administering test
o Conclusion

3. Introduction:
• Administration refers to the act of giving
or applying something to an individual
or group of individuals.
• Test administration is concerned with
the physical and psychological setting in
which student take the test.

4. Administering tests is the process of
presenting a set of standardized
questions or tasks to individuals or
groups. Its purpose is to assess their
knowledge, skills, abilities, or other
relevant characteristics.

5. Administering a test can vary
depending on the type of test
you are administrating.
However, here are some
general steps to follow:
STEPS IN ADMINISTERING TEST

6.  Understand the purpose of the test.
 Prepare the test materials.
 Create a conducive environment
 Explain the instructions.
 Start the test.
 Monitor the test.
 Collect the test materials.
 Grade the test.

7. SIGNIFICANCE IN
ADMINSTRATION TEST
1. The tests allow educators to assess
students' understanding and knowledge
of a particular subject or topic.
2. They provide a way to measure
progress and identify areas that may
need further attention or improvement.

8. 3. The tests help students consolidate their
learning by reviewing and applying what
they have studied.
4.Tests also promote accountability and
encourage students to take ownership of
their learning.
5.Tests are crucial in the educational process
as they facilitate growth, identify strengths
and weaknesses, and enhance
comprehension of the subject matter.

9. TEST
ADMINISTRATION
PROCEDURES

10. Strategies Before Testing:
•Teach well.
•Give time to prepare the test.
•Define to the students what is meant
by cheating.
•Explain the discipline to be imposed
when caught cheating

11.  Observe students during testing.
 Have students sit in alternating seats.
 Remove unnecessary materials
Strategies During Testing

12. Before The Test:
• Checking Test Materials
• Selecting Testing
• Rooms
• Seating arrangements
• Furniture
• Lighting

13. •Materials checklist
•Identification requirements
•Misprinting
•Distributing test materials
On the day of test:

14. After the test:
 Collecting Test Materials
 Dismissing Examinees
 Returning Material

15. Procedures For Handling Irregular
Situations
 If you notice a student cheating, it's
important to address it immediately and
follow the school's policy on academic
dishonesty.
 In case of illness, you could provide the
student with a separate room or allow them
to make up the test at a later date.

16.  There can be misplaced answers due to
misunderstanding or confusion, the teacher should
review the answers and explain correct ones.
 To handle mistiming during test, teacher should
teach time management skills, conduct timed
assessments and provide test-taking tips.
 If you come across a defective test material, it's
important to address it and provide a fair solution
i.e. replacement or necessary adjustments.

17. Significance of
Setting in
Administering test

18. • Physical Setting
The physical setting refers to the actual location
where the test is administered. It includes factors
such as lighting, temperature, seating arrangement,
water provision and noise level. These factors can
have a significant impact on the test-takers'
performance.

19. The psychological setting refers to the emotional
and mental state of the test-takers. It includes factors
such as anxiety, stress, motivation, and confidence.
These factors can significantly affect the test-takers'
performance.
• Psychological Setting

20. Keeping track of time is essential in administering
tests to ensure fairness and accuracy. The
administrator should ensure that the test-takers are
given enough time to complete the test without
feeling rushed or anxious. Two approaches to
reduce test length.
1. Removing items. 2. Replace items.
• Keeping Track of Time