[IPAC-List] Does the day you take an oral exam matter?

[Chris Hornick]

Elizabeth,

A colleague and I presented a paper at last year's IPMAAC conference in
Oakland based on an analysis of several years' data from assessment centers
that we have conducted.  In brief, our data showed no advantage or
disadvantage for candidates based on their reporting or testing position in
assessment centers.  We evaluated performance from many different aspects
and found no differences.  I offer that the data was based on only our own
assessment centers, but we referenced other more broadly based research.

The power point for this presentation is on the IPMAAC web site.  If you
would like to discuss this with me, or if you would like me to send you a
copy of the power point, please just let me know.  My office and cell #s are
shown below.

Chris W. Hornick, Ph.D.
President
CWH Research, Inc.
Office: (303) 617-3433
Cell:    (303) 810-3645
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Subject: [IPAC-List] Does the day you take an oral exam matter?

IPAC members and friends:

The City of Columbus utilizes oral exams in all of our promotional testing
for both police and fire.  These oral exams usually consist of either two
role-play exercises or one role-play exercise and one structured interview.
Depending on the number of candidates, these exams can take up to six full
days to administer.  Over the years, candidates have complained about being
assigned on either the first day of testing or the last day of testing.  The
candidates' perception is that the day of the exam makes a difference in the
score that they receive.  Questions for you:

Is this a common perception?  Is anyone aware of studies conducted to
analyze this?  What do you believe would be the best approach to study this
situation?

Thank you,
Liz Reed

Elizabeth A. Reed
Police and Fire Assessment Supervisor
Columbus Civil Service Commission
750 Piedmont Rd.
Columbus, Ohio 43224
Office: (614) 645-6032 Fax: (614) 645-0866
Email: Ereed1 at columbus.gov


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