ASSESSMENT TOOLS FOR EVALUATING MULTIDISCIPLINARY LEARNING OUTCOMES IN SCIENCE AND SOCIAL SCIENCE AT THE SCHOOL LEVEL

Abstract

The evolving educational landscape under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasises holistic, competency-based learning, calling for a redefined approach to student assessment. This study explores appropriate assessment tools for evaluating multidisciplinary learning outcomes in Science and Social Science at the school level. It aims to identify effective techniques for assessing subject-specific and cross-disciplinary understanding in areas such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics. The research highlights a range of tools—such as written tests, lab work, projects, field studies, observation checklists, and oral assessments—that support both conceptual and experiential learning. Findings reveal that while conventional assessments remain prevalent, there is growing adoption of innovative practices like portfolios, self-assessment, and real-life application tasks aligned with NEP 2020. The study concludes that successful implementation of these tools depends on teacher preparedness, institutional support, and a commitment to fostering meaningful, learner-centred evaluation.