Characteristics for Information for Decision Making

question 75

Essay

Characteristics for information for decision making
i. One characteristic of information that is essential in order for the information to be useful for decision making is relevance. What are the other two characteristics?
ii. Frequently there is a conflict between the two characteristics requested in question (i), describe why this conflict exists.
iii. What distinguishes relevant information from irrelevant information?

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Definitions:

Sociometric Technique

A method used to measure social relationships and patterns of interaction within groups, often involving surveys to determine preferences or rejections among group members.

Informal Assessment

Non-standardized forms of testing that can vary in structure, utilized to observe, evaluate and informally measure student performance or skills.

Assessment Instruments

Tools and methods used to evaluate, measure, and document the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and beliefs of an individual or group.

Autobiographies

The written accounts of a person's life told by that person, often focusing on personal experiences and insights.