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Difference Between Tests and Assessments
Difference Between Tests and Assessments

Distinguish between tests and assessments to effectively evaluate candidates' skills.

Anuraag Raman avatar
Written by Anuraag Raman
Updated over 5 months ago

Understanding the distinction between a test and an assessment is key to effectively evaluating candidates' skills and abilities. Here’s an overview of the differences:

Tests

A test is a set of questions specifically targeted to assess the skill of a candidate. Here are the key characteristics of tests:

  • Targeted Skill Evaluation: Tests focus on assessing a particular skill or quality of a candidate.

  • Question Types: Tests can include a variety of question types, such as:

    • Multiple choice questions

    • Single select questions

    • Open-ended questions

    • Video response questions

Assessments

An assessment is more comprehensive, comprising multiple tests to provide a broader evaluation. Here are the main features of assessments:

  • Combination of Tests: An assessment is a combination of multiple tests.

  • Customizable: Assessments can be created using different tests that are already present in the Testlify library.

  • From Scratch: Users can also create assessments from scratch to meet specific evaluation needs.

For a detailed guide on how to create an assessment, please refer to this link.

By understanding and utilizing both tests and assessments, you can more effectively measure the diverse skills and competencies of your candidates.

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