Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) Form T Evaluation: Job Analysis Linkages, Validity, and Subgroup Differences for Current and Alternative Composites
Abstract
This technical report describes a comprehensive evaluation of the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) Form T. The purpose was to evaluate the psychometric and validity characteristics of the AFOQT Form T and to evaluate the value of potential changes and revisions to the scoring of the test. This report is divided into the following sections: evaluation of (1) the AFOQT operational composites, (2) the linkages between critical officer competencies and attributes with AFOQT subtests, (3) the validity, and subgroup differences, and potential for adverse impact for the current operational composites, and (4) alternative composites designed to maintain or increase validity while reducing levels of subgroup differences. Each section provides detailed results and descriptions of processes used to evaluate the AFOQT. Across the objectives, the results indicate the potential for AFOQT composites to result in similar levels of historical validity, measure a broader range of attributes and competencies for officer jobs, and reduce the potential for adverse impact through the inclusion of previously unscored, non-cognitive assessments.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 13, 2022
- Accession Number
- AD1174765
Entities
People
- Donna Kingry
- Eleanor Lovering
- Gary Travinin
- Julia Engelsted
- Mark Gould
- Tracy Kantrowitz