Discussion: Assessment In The Workplace
Read the article, "Self-Assessment and Dialogue as Tools for Appreciating Diversity", and watching the required videos, consider the following: Testing and assessment are critical components of selection, recruitment, and the training and development processes in any business or organization. Organizations approach assessments in a multitude of ways.
• Research one of the following evaluative protocols (based on your first name) that might be used by an I/O psychologist or manager to assess an employee's performance.
o A through G: A peer evaluation
o H through R: An observational evaluation
o S through U: A subordinate evaluation
o V through Z: A 360° appraisal
• Describe the assessment/evaluation you have been assigned.
o Apply appropriate citations which may include your text, required article and videos, website sources, and additional peer-reviewed articles.
• Explain what the goal is of your assigned assessment/evaluation method.
• Analyze the possibility of bias in your assigned assessment/evaluation method.
o Does your assessment suggest the potential of possible bias? Why?
• Describe the potential effects your assessment/evaluation method might have on the workplace (good and bad).
• Identify at least two strengths and at least two weaknesses of the assessment that you discuss based on your research.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.