Title

A person perception explanation for validation evidence from assessment centers

Abstract

Consonant with recent person perception accuracy findings, recent longitudinal results from assessment center evaluations suggest that assessors may be accurate in understanding how emotional and motivational tendencies predict target behaviors in work contexts. The features of assessment center exercises and the characteristics of assessors which may explain these findings are discussed and suggestions for future research and practice provided. Contrary to some current arguments, it is suggested that certain types of trait-based dimensions may be essential to effective assessment center practice.

Department(s)

Psychology

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-1-1997

Journal Title

Journal of Social Behavior and Personality

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