Activity 3 - Testing
Please note: these activities are for your own individual learning and are not to be submitted to the teachers.
A major supplier of tests in Australia is The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). Their website, at http://www.acer.edu.au/tests/human-resources contains a comprehensive catalogue. Find an example of each of the three types of tests and then fill in the table below.
Type of test |
What is the name of the test? |
What does it measure? |
What qualifications are needed to administer it? |
Cost (for setup, scoring keys, reports, test papers)? |
Why would you use this test? |
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Ability |
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Aptitude |
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Personality |