On the Content and Measurement Validity of Hands-on Job Performance Tests

Abstract

Hands-on-tests of job performance have intrinsic validity because of their high fidelity to job behavior. However, they are susceptible to poor content and measurement validity. The purpose of this analysis is to examine the content and measurement validity of prototype hands-on tests developed for three Marine Corps specialties-Ground Radio Repair, Automotive Mechanic, and Infantry Rifleman.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADB118782

Entities

People

  • Catherine M. Hiatt
  • Milton H. Maier

Organizations

  • Center for Naval Analyses

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Analysis Of Variance
  • Calibration
  • Classification
  • Coefficients
  • Composite Materials
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Governments
  • Infantry
  • Marine Corps
  • Measurement
  • Mechanics
  • Military Personnel
  • Military Research
  • Models
  • Monitoring
  • Performance Tests
  • Psychological Tests
  • Quality Control
  • Ratings
  • Reliability
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Training

Readers

  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.
  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.