Criticize the different types of selection and supply categories. In your opinion which type is more appropriate for measuring the problem-solving ability of elementary students?
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Answer:
Supply and Selection
They tend to be open-ended, in contrast to selection-type assessments, which include multiple-choice, matching and true/false items, which are closed rather than open-ended, and the candidate selects the correct or 'best' answer.
The answer to above question is as follows :
a) Different types of selection and supply categories are :
- Selection types assessment includes aptitude tests, personality tests, situational Tests and achievement tests.
- Supply type assessments basically include essays, short answer and data response items.
b) The more appropriate type for measuring the problem solving ability is
• Summative Assessments.
• Formative Assessments.
• Criterion referenced Assessments.
- Problem solving abilities are linked to number of other skills which are analytical skills, a lateral mindset, adaptability and flexibility, creative thinking.