Describe how you would demonstrate evidence for validity for questions used in an employment interview.

What will be an ideal response?


• Show a direct connection between the behaviors being evaluated on the interview and the behaviors necessary for successful job performance.

• This is done using competency modeling or job analysis to define the critical knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics necessary for successful job performance before designing the interview questions.

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