Two Methods of Scoring Discrepancy Format Needs Assessment Instruments
AbstractTwo methods of scoring discrepancy format needs assessment instruments were compared. A highly simplified method for scoring was presented. In particular, it was shown that the use of the simplified procedure yielded statistically equivalent results as compared to the use of the more complex scoring procedure. The advantage of the modified technique is that the educational practitioner can use a simple method for calculating needs assessment needs indices. The importance of considering the format of needs assessment instruments and the scoring techniques of such are discussed.