1. What is MPS Calculator DepEd?

Definition: This calculator computes the Mean Percentage Score (MPS) used by the Department of Education (DepEd) to assess student performance.

Purpose: It helps educators evaluate the effectiveness of instruction and identify areas needing improvement.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( MPS \) — Mean Percentage Score (%)
• \( Total\ Score \) — Sum of all scores obtained by students (dimensionless)
• \( Total\ Items \) — Number of test items (dimensionless)

Explanation: The total score is divided by total items to get the average score, then multiplied by 100 to convert to percentage.

3. Importance of MPS Calculation

Details: MPS helps teachers identify learning gaps, evaluate test difficulty, and measure teaching effectiveness. DepEd uses MPS for program evaluation and quality assurance.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the total score (sum of all students' scores) and total number of test items. Total items must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good MPS value?
A: Typically, MPS ≥ 75% is considered satisfactory, but this may vary by institution or assessment type.

Q2: How is total score calculated?
A: Sum all correct answers from all students who took the test.

Q3: Can I use decimal values for total score?
A: Yes, the calculator accepts decimal values for more precise calculations.

Q4: What if my MPS is below 50%?
A: This may indicate the test was too difficult or instruction needs improvement. Consider item analysis.

Q5: How does DepEd use MPS data?
A: DepEd uses MPS for monitoring learning outcomes, program evaluation, and resource allocation decisions.