Effects of Excessive Tests on Primary Schools Teaching Effectiveness in Bukoba Rural District.

Oswald, Marygoreth (2021) Effects of Excessive Tests on Primary Schools Teaching Effectiveness in Bukoba Rural District. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study assessed the effect of excessive testing on school effectiveness in the Bukoba Rural District. Three objectives were involved including: to assess the effects of excessive tests on school management; to investigate the relationship between excessive tests and student academic performance; and to assess the effects of excessive testing on teacher’s performance. The study employed mixed approach and survey design while data was collected by questionnaire, interview, documentary review, and focus group discussion. Data analysis was done both quantitatively and qualitatively. Results revealed that, there was a substantial association between excessive testing and school management. Furthermore, it was revealed that, regular assessments aided in proper school management. It was also found by the study that, there is a significant association between excessive testing and student success. With such magnitudes of testing, it was discovered that excessive testing has a greater impact on student success. Again, the study revealed a significant association between excessive testing and teacher productivity. The study recommends that, the provision of excessive tests should be done with caution because they can be a burden to both students and teachers. Also, the study recommends that tests should be taken with care; too many tests may jeopardize students' academic success because they take too long hence syllabus coverage is affected. Key Words: Excessive Tests, Teaching Effectiveness, School Management, Student’s Performance

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