Think About the Different Types of Assessments You Have Taken

question 22

Essay

Think about the different types of assessments you have taken in your academic career, personal, or professional lives to date (e.g., personality tests, achievement tests, mastery tests, IQ tests, SAT/GRE, etc.).  What proportion of those were norm-referenced tests vs. criterion-referenced tests?  What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?  For yourself, which type do you prefer?  Does it depend on the topic or purpose of the assessment? ​

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Definitions:

Interviewee Responsibility

Refers to the duties and behaviors expected of a person attending an interview, including punctuality, preparation, and professionalism.

Lawful Question

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Citizenship

The status of being a member of a particular country and having rights and responsibilities associated with that membership.

Arrested

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