Evaluation

u Evaluation is the use of measurement in making decisions.

According to L.R Gay, 1985, p-6):

u Evaluation is the systematic process of collecting and analyzing data in order to make decision.

u It is a technique by which we come to know at what extent the objectives are being achieved.

u It is a decision making process which assist to make grade and ranking.

According to Barrow:

u It is a process of education that involves collection of data from the products which can be used for comparison.

            Nature of Evaluation:

u It is a systematic process.

u It is a continuous dynamic process.

u It identifies the strength and weakness of the program.

u It involves variety of tests and techniques of measurement.

u Emphasis on the major objectives of an educational program.

u Based upon the data obtained from the test.

u It is a decision making process.