Author Question: Many tests that profess to be culturally fair are nonverbal or pictorial. Indicate whether the ... (Read 43 times)

berenicecastro · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

Many tests that profess to be culturally fair are nonverbal or pictorial.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Describe the types of rating scales used in performance assessment. Contrast a rating scale with a checklist.

What will be an ideal response?

babybsemail · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

The type of rating scale most often used in performance assessments is the numerical rating scale. With this type of rating scale, the rater checks or circles a number to indicate the degree to which a characteristic is present. Another type of rating scale is the graphic rating scale. Another type of scale is the graphic rating scale. The distinguishing feature of the graphic rating scale is that a horizontal line follows each characteristic. The rating is made by placing a check on the line. A set of categories identifies specific positions along the line, but the rater is free to check between these points. Checklists differ from rating scales in that checklists are of the yes-no variety and thus have only two possible choices.