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# Dataset Card for Estonian School Exams Sample Questions

This is part of the initiative from Cohere For AI @CohereForAI to gather exams from around the world to build a new multilingual benchmark.

The web Scrapping code can be found at the [source_scripts_data_aya repository](https://huggingface.co/datasets/Gabrui/source_scripts_data_aya).

The source data can be visually checked at 
[Eksamite.pdf](https://huggingface.co/datasets/Gabrui/source_scripts_data_aya/blob/main/estonian_varied_exams/Eksamite.pdf)


## Dataset Details

### Dataset Description

This dataset contains sample questions from Estonian school examinations, particularly for basic school (grades 1-9) and upper secondary school (grades 10-12). The questions cover a range of subjects including Estonian language, mathematics, and various elective subjects such as history, social studies, and foreign languages. These exams are part of the national curriculum and are used to assess students' knowledge and competencies, ensuring they meet the educational standards required for graduation.

- **Curated by:** Education and Youth Board of Estonia (Haridus- ja Noorteamet, Harno)
- **Funded by:** Ministry of Education and Research, Estonia
- **Shared by:** Education and Youth Board of Estonia
- **Language(s):** Estonian (et)
- **License:** CC

### Dataset Sources

- **Code:** [Official exam page](https://huggingface.co/datasets/Gabrui/source_scripts_data_aya)
- **Repository:** The dataset is sourced from the official websites of the Education and Youth Board of Estonia, specifically from the Estonian Examination Information System (EIS).
- **Demo:** [Estonian Examination Information System (EIS)](https://eis.ekk.edu.ee/eis/lahendamine)

## Uses

### Direct Use

This dataset is intended for use in educational research, development of study materials, and creating training data for educational tools such as automated question-answering systems. It can also be used by educators to better understand the scope and style of national examinations in Estonia.

## Dataset Structure

The dataset includes various sample questions across different subjects, categorized by grade level and subject. The questions are typically multiple-choice, short answer, or essay-type, reflecting the format used in actual exams.

## Dataset Creation

### Curation Rationale

The dataset was created to support the advancement of educational practices in Estonia by providing accessible examples of national exam questions. This serves both as a resource for educators and as a tool for evaluating and improving educational content.

### Source Data

#### Data Collection and Processing

The data was collected from publicly available resources provided by the Education and Youth Board of Estonia. The questions were standardized and processed to ensure they align with the current curriculum requirements.

#### Who are the source data producers?

The questions were created by the Education and Youth Board of Estonia, in collaboration with subject matter experts, teachers, and educational institutions.

#### Personal and Sensitive Information

The dataset does not contain any personal, sensitive, or private information. It consists solely of educational content intended for public dissemination.

## Bias, Risks, and Limitations

This dataset is subject to the biases inherent in the Estonian educational system, including cultural and linguistic biases. Users should be aware of these limitations and consider them when using the dataset in research or application development.

### Recommendations

Users are advised to use this dataset in conjunction with other educational resources to mitigate potential biases. It is also recommended to keep the dataset updated with the latest educational standards and exam formats.

## Citation

If you use this dataset in your work, please cite it as follows:

**Education and Youth Board of Estonia (Harno). Estonian School Exams Sample Questions.**

## More Information

For more detailed information about the dataset and its potential uses, please visit the [Education and Youth Board of Estonia](https://harno.ee/lahtetaseme-testid).
