eSkill Assessment Test Format and Structure Flashcards
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What does it mean when an eSkill assessment includes a 'simulation' question?
Answer: The candidate performs a task in a realistic software environment rather than answering a multiple-choice question
Simulation questions ask the candidate to perform an actual task—such as formatting a spreadsheet—inside a realistic software environment.
How does eSkill's test library benefit employers who are hiring for multiple different roles?
Answer: Employers can mix and match subject tests from the library to build role-specific assessments
eSkill's large test library allows employers to mix and match subject tests, building tailored assessments for each unique job role they are hiring for.
What is the purpose of setting a 'cutoff score' in an eSkill assessment workflow?
Answer: To automatically advance candidates who meet or exceed a minimum score threshold
A cutoff score automatically flags or advances candidates whose scores meet or exceed the employer's minimum skill threshold, streamlining candidate screening.
Which compliance consideration is important when using eSkill assessments for US hiring?
Answer: Assessments should be job-relevant and validated to support compliance with EEOC guidelines
To comply with EEOC guidelines, US employers must ensure that pre-employment assessments are job-relevant and do not have disparate impact on protected groups.
What information is typically included in an eSkill candidate score report?
Answer: A breakdown of scores by subject area, question-level results, and time spent
eSkill reports include subject-area score breakdowns, individual question results, and time-on-task data, giving employers rich insight into candidate performance.
How can employers share an eSkill assessment link with multiple candidates at once?
Answer: They can generate a single open-access link or integrate eSkill with an ATS to automate sending
Employers can use an open-access link for broad distribution or integrate eSkill with their Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to automatically send assessments to applicants.