Effect of Quality Assurance Tests on Students Academic Performance and Resource Allocation in Punjab Education Foundation Schools
Keywords:
Quality Assurance Tests (QATs), Academic Performance, Resource Allocation, Punjab Education Foundation (PEF), Teachers' Perceptions, Educational QualityAbstract
This study aimed to investigate the effects of Quality Assurance Tests (QATs) on students' academic performance and resource allocation in Punjab Education Foundation (PEF) schools. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, quantitative data was gathered from 1,000 students and 200 teachers through surveys, revealing a significant positive correlation between QAT scores and academic performance, with 75% of students indicating that their test scores influenced their grades. Qualitative insights highlighted teachers' perceptions, showing that 80% supported the utility of QATs in enhancing instructional practices while identifying challenges such as inadequate training and administrative issues. The results underscored the critical role of QATs in guiding resource allocation, with 68% of teachers noting that underperforming schools received targeted support based on QAT outcomes. Recommendations include implementing professional development for teachers, enhancing administrative support, and fostering collaboration among educators to effectively utilize QAT data for improving educational quality. These findings contribute to understanding assessment's impact on educational practices and highlight the need for ongoing evaluation and support to optimize QAT implementation in PEF schools.
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