A study on the effect of formative assessment on student attitudes towards general science at the secondary level students of west district of Tripura state

Abstract

The present study investigates the impact of formative assessments on students' academic performance in secondary schools, particularly focusing on the academic outcomes in general science studies among secondary school students in the west district of Tripura. The study employs a structured questionnaire designed to gather primary data from a sample of 118 students from both government and private schools. The research utilized qualitative descriptions, frequency analysis, and percentage calculations to interpret data effectively, ensuring the validity of the assessment tools through expert input. A majority of students felt they comprehended the environmental education questions, with 45.16% expressing confidence in completing assessments with minimal outside help. The assessments were generally viewed positively, with 32.26% of students agreeing that they were worth the effort, while 16.13% felt the assessments were a waste of time. The research demonstrates a positive relationship between formative assessments and academic performance, emphasizing the need for continued use and refinement of these assessment methods to benefit educational outcomes in secondary schools. Lastly, the study's main goals and conclusions, which shed light on the value of formative evaluations in improving teaching methods and student learning results.