Assessment Template For Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Tests

Qustom Questions

Hiring success rate

icon chart bar

76% hiring better

Test Used

icon chart bar

15011 times

Popular Job Roles
Assistant ProfessorAssociate ProfessorCommunication Arts ProfessorCommunication InstructorCommunication ProfessorInstructorMass Communications ProfessorProfessorSpeech InstructorSpeech Professor

Occupation-Specific

Technology Skills
Word processing software
Questions20
Time Limit25 min

Tasks

  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
  • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  • Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as public speaking, media criticism, and oral traditions.

Technology Skills

Word processing software

Collaborative editing software, Google Docs, Microsoft Word

Computer based training software

Blackboard Learn, Learning management system LMS, Moodle, Sakai CLE

Video creation and editing software

Apple Final Cut Pro, Avid Technology Media Composer, Video editing software, Video production software

Music or sound editing software

Adobe Systems Adobe Audition, Audacity, Avid Technology Pro Tools, WideOrbit

Electronic mail software

Email software, Microsoft Outlook

Worker Requirements

Technology Skills
Word processing software
Questions20
Time Limit25 min
Skills
Active Listening
Questions30
Time Limit20 min
Knowledge
English Language
Questions25
Time Limit20 min

Skills

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Instructing

Teaching others how to do something.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Knowledge

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Education and Training

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Communications and Media

Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

Psychology

Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Worker Characteristics

Technology Skills
Word processing software
Questions20
Time Limit25 min
Skills
Active Listening
Questions30
Time Limit20 min
Knowledge
English Language
Questions25
Time Limit20 min
Abilities
Oral Comprehension
Questions30
Time Limit20 min
Interests
Social
Questions20
Time Limit15 min
Work Values
Relationships
Questions20
Time Limit25 min
Work Styles
Dependability
Questions25
Time Limit25 min

Abilities

Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Speech Clarity

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Written Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Interests

Social

Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Artistic

Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

Investigative

Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Work Values

Relationships

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Independence

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

Achievement

Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

Work Styles

Dependability

Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Independence

Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

Concern for Others

Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

Integrity

Job requires being honest and ethical.

Self-Control

Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

Call to action section illustrate

Our platform will answer your questions:

  • checkmark iconWhat are your candidate's cognitive abilities?
  • checkmark iconWhat's your candidate’s capacity to learn and grow?
  • checkmark iconHow will your candidates behave in the workplace?
  • checkmark iconWhat drives your candidates to engage in action?