The Development and Validation of MDAP English Proficiency Examination Form A.

Abstract

This report concerns the development and validation of a test of English comprehension. The test is intended for use with foreign nationals who are scheduled to attend United States Air Force pilot training schools. In August 1952, the Air Force Personnel and Training Research Center was directed by the Human Factors Division Directorate of Research and Development Headquarters United States Air Force, to develop an English proficiency examination for selecting Mutual Defense Assistance Program (MDAP) personnel to attend pilot training schools in the United States. Information concerning the problems involved is obtained from conferences with operating personnel at Goodfellow Air Force Base.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1955
Accession Number
ADA353850

Entities

People

  • John A. Cox Jr

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Air Force Personnel
  • Aircrafts
  • Flight Training
  • Instructors
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Military Personnel
  • Military Pilots
  • Pilots
  • Standards
  • Statistics
  • Students
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Training
  • United States

Fields of Study

  • Education

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  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Psychometric Testing or Psychological Assessment.
  • STEM Education