Suggestions for Improving the Quick Screen
• make it shorter 7
• make it longer 4
• make it less repetitive 6
 
It is not surprising that some learners found the tool repetitive. The researchers intentionally chose multiple statements (4 performance indicators for each skills set) to ensure internal validity. Performance indicators were selected and/or developed to determine finer detail within a particular set of skills. Rather than reduce the number of performance indicators, the tool was reviewed further to identify any unnecessary repetitive indicators. Two were found to be repetitive and were revised.

Summary of Practitioner Feedback
Please note: Although seven practitioners actually participated in this field test, the feedback is based on five evaluation forms only.
 
How helpful was the background information?
• not very helpful 0
• fairly helpful 0
• helpful 2
• very helpful 3
Comments
very helpful and interesting. This material gave the project some depth.
Where did you use the Quick Screen?
• in initial assessment/intake 3
• in ongoing assessment 4
How did you use the Quick Screen with your learners?
• in a one-to-one situation 3
• in a small group situation 3
How many of the self-assessment results were you able to compare with your own perceptions of learners' skills?
• all 1
• one 1
• some 1
All three felt the Quick Screen results compared well or fairly well with their own perceptions of learners' skills.
 
Comments
• The Quick Screen must be combined with observation over time.
 
How would you describe learners' overall reaction to the Quick Screen?
• not very positive 0
• somewhat positive 3
• positive 3
• very positive 0


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