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A Comparison of Paper-and-Pencil and Computer Versions of the Self-Directed Search.
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Reardon, Robert; Loughead, Teri – Journal of Counseling and Development, 1988
Assessed equivalence of paper-and-pencil and computer versions of the Self-Directed Search (SDS) for 62 college students. The results showed a significant positive correlation in SDS scores for the two SDS forms; however, users strongly preferred the computer format. (Author)
Descriptors: Comparative Testing, Computer Assisted Testing, Higher Education, Student Attitudes
Development of the Computer Version of the Self-Directed Search.
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Reardon, Robert C. – Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and Development, 1987
Explains the conceptual background and potential use of the Self-Directed Search (SDS): Computer Version (CV), and discusses its relationship with the paper version. Operations, reports, technical aspects, and distinguishing characteristics of the SDS:CV are described. The SDS Main Menu is appended. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
The Use of the Self-Directed Search and the Self-Directed Search Form E with People with Learning Disabilities.
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Taymans, Juliana M. – Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, 1991
Two self-administered, self-scored, and self-interpreted career interest inventories used by adolescents and adults are described, the Self-Directed Search and its Form Easy, an adaptation for poor readers. The paper discusses test components, subtests, and theory; gender issues; interpretation; appropriateness; coding discrepancies; and…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Career Choice, Career Guidance