The questions are analytical in nature and involve critical thinking skills such as making observations, inferences, deductions and inductions, drawing conclusions and making decisions. Some of the questions involve selecting an answer from given responses and others call for a written response. The standardized Applied Performance test presents a work-related scenario in the form of a role play involving the student and the examiner. It primarily tests oral communication, including listening comprehension, giving appropriate responses to questions or cues, asking for clarification, and following directions. Portfolio Assessment System Five skill areas are measured by the project-based portfolio assessment.
Instructors use standardized rubrics for scoring to rate proficiency in each set of skills.
These scoring rubrics reduce the potential of subjective scoring and determine the actual skill level attained by each student.