Question paper framing for CBSE Schools.ppt

Question paper framing guidelines

1. CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAMME
REGIONAL TRAINING CENTRE, JH. ZONE-B & J
UNDER THE AEGIS OF DAV CAE, NEW DELHI
MR. G. C. VERMA
PGT (MATHEMATICS)
NSDAV, KANKE, RANCHI

2. QUESTION PAPER
FRAMING

3. Crafting Effective CBSE Math
Exams
Constructing impactful CBSE math question papers requires a thoughtful
approach. This presentation will guide you through key considerations for
designing assessments that effectively evaluate student understanding for
classes 3 to 8.

4. Importance of Effective Question Paper
Design
1
Alignment with
Curriculum
Ensure exams
closely reflect the
CBSE syllabus and
learning objectives.
2
Fair Evaluation
Well-designed
questions promote
unbiased
assessment of
student knowledge
and skills.
3
Meaningful
Feedback
Thoughtful question
papers provide
valuable insights to
improve teaching
and learning.

5. Key Considerations for Classes 3 to 8
Appropriate Difficulty
Strike the right balance
between challenging and
accessible questions.
Variety of Question
Types
Include a mix of
conceptual, application,
and problem-solving
questions.
Comprehensive
Coverage
Ensure all key topics and
learning objectives are
adequately represented.

6. Question Types and Weightage
Multiple Choice
Assess fundamental understanding with
strategic MCQ construction.
Short Answer
Evaluate conceptual knowledge and
basic problem-solving skills.
Descriptive
Challenge students to demonstrate in-
depth understanding and reasoning.
Application-based
Assess the ability to apply math
concepts to real-world situations.

7. Aligning with CBSE Curriculum and Learning Objectives
1
Review Syllabus
Thoroughly understand the CBSE math curriculum for the target grades.
2
Identify Objectives
Clearly define the learning objectives you aim to assess in the exam.
3
Map Questions
Construct questions that directly evaluate the specified learning objectives.

8. Ensuring Appropriate Difficulty Levels
Easy
Assess foundational
skills and basic
understanding.
Moderate
Evaluate application of
concepts and problem-
solving abilities.
Challenging
Assess higher-order
thinking and ability to
handle complex
problems.

9. Strategies for Balanced Question Papers
Clearly Defined
Goals
Establish a clear
vision for the
intended learning
outcomes.
Balanced
Weightage
Ensure appropriate
distribution of
marks across
topics and
question types.
Critical Thinking
Include questions
that challenge
students to apply,
analyze, and
synthesize.
Differentiation
Incorporate
questions of
varying difficulty
levels to cater to
diverse learners.

10. Conclusion and Takeaways
Align Exams with CBSE Curriculum Ensure comprehensive coverage of
learning objectives
Incorporate Diverse Question Types Maintain Appropriate Difficulty Levels
Promote Critical Thinking and ApplicationStrive for Balanced and Meaningful
Assessments
By following these best practices, we can design CBSE math question papers that effectively
evaluate student understanding and support their overall growth and development.

11. THANKS