Content Analysis of Quarterly Tests in English: Unveiling Patterns and Content Emphases
Keywords:
Assessment, Content Analysis, Curricular Alignment, Quarterly Tests, Test ContentAbstract
Assessment remains a cornerstone of the teaching-learning process, providing feedback on students’ instructional progress. This study examines the quarterly tests in English, Grades 4, 5, and 6, focusing on content and test distribution, recurring topics, concepts, and skills; alignment between test content and content standards or curriculum objectives; and potential implications for student learning and instructional practices. Using content analysis and expert validation, the study identifies valuable insights for refining English assessment practices, enhancing test construction, and ensuring curricular alignment. Further, the identified gaps and weaknesses suggest the need for targeted professional development in test designing and the formation of review teams to oversee and refine quarterly assessments at the local school level.
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