Designing High-Quality Question Papers
Designing High-Quality Question Papers for CISCE Grades 6–12: A Comprehensive Guide Arvindanabha Shukla, Ph D Introduction Designing a high-quality question paper is both an art and a science. In the context of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) curriculum for Grades 6–12, an excellent question paper is a pivotal assessment tool that evaluates student learning and reinforces pedagogical goals. The CISCE’s educational philosophy emphasises holistic development and academic rigour, which must be reflected in its assessments. A well-designed paper aligns with learning outcomes, balances difficulty and cognitive skills, and provides a fair, student-centric measure of achievement. This guide expands upon insights by delving deeper into the CISCE assessment framework, current educational research on effective assessment practices, and practical strategies to create fair and rigorous question papers. I will reference Bloom’s Taxonomy, 21st-century ...