*Report on the Webinar*
*Topic:* Construction of Diagnostic Test
*Date:* 12th August 2025
*Organized by:* Mar Baselios College of Education, in collaboration with the Association of International Researchers of Indian Origin (AIRIO) and the Council for Teacher Education Foundation (CTEF), Kerala Chapter
*Resource Person:* Ms. Neethi S. Lal, Assistant Professor in Mathematics, Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kunnam, Mavelikkara
Mar Baselios College of Education hosted a webinar on the theme “Construction of Diagnostic Test” on *12th August 2025. The programme was organized in association with the **Association of International Researchers of Indian Origin (AIRIO)* and the *Council for Teacher Education Foundation (CTEF), Kerala Chapter. The session was held under the patronage of **Dr. Sunith Kumar G. N., Principal, MBCE*
The webinar commenced with a *welcome address* by *Mr. Rejeesh Kumar K. K., Assistant Professor in Commerce*, who also coordinated the programme. He extended a warm welcome to the dignitaries, resource person, faculty members, and student-teachers, and emphasized the importance of diagnostic evaluation in the teaching-learning process.
The *resource person, Ms. Neethi S. Lal, delivered a highly informative and inspiring presentation on the construction of diagnostic tests. She elaborated on the **concept, purpose, and methodology* of diagnostic testing and highlighted its role in identifying students’ learning difficulties. Her talk also covered *blueprint preparation, item writing, administration of the test, scoring, and remedial measures*. The clarity of her explanations and the practical orientation of the session made it especially beneficial for the student-teachers who are preparing for their internship.
Participants actively engaged in the session and expressed that the insights gained would be valuable in their professional practice as future educators.
The session concluded with a *vote of thanks* delivered by *Ms. Gourisree Dileep, Student Convenor*, who expressed heartfelt gratitude to the distinguished resource person for her enlightening presentation, to the Principal for his support, and to the organizers and participants for their wholehearted cooperation.
The webinar was an *enriching academic experience*, equipping student-teachers with essential knowledge and skills in diagnostic test construction. It successfully met its objective of enhancing the professional competencies of future educators. E-certificates were sent to all participants.
E-CERTIFCATES
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