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Performance based assessment is currently receiving renewed attention as an alternative to conventional testing. We argue that performance based assessment, supported by a microcredentialing system, is particularly well suited to corporate environments that stress strategic development of their workforce capacities. There are important implications for job task analysis, integration of assessment and training, and training management.

This document is a special feature in the journal Performance Improvement, featuring an interview with Jack Phillips and Patti Phillips. Jack Phillips is the chairman of the ROI Institute and an established thought leader and author, while Patti Phillips is the CEO of the ROI Institute and serves on the ISPI Board of Directors. They discuss their work in performance improvement, their accomplishments, and their focus on research, measurement, and evaluation. They have received numerous awards and recognition for their work and continue to educate, write, consult, and speak about ROI. [Extracted from the article]

This document is a special feature in the journal "Performance Improvement" that includes interviews with two members of the International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI). The first interview is with Yvon Dalat, who discusses his attraction to performance improvement and his work in the learning industry. He also shares his achievements, including his family and his involvement in nonprofit organizations. The second interview is with Peter Baverso, who talks about his work in performance improvement and his pride in introducing cognitive diversity and humanizing the workplace. He also discusses his current roles and contact information. [Extracted from the article]

SPECIAL FEATURE: KNOW YOUR COLLEAGUES - MARGO MURRAY AND NANCY CRAIN BURNS Guy also served as ISPI president and is now serving as one of our ISPI historians, along with Margo Murray and Roger Addison. IN THIS SECTION, Dr. Judith Hale and Dr. Nancy Crain Burns interview International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) members so that readers can learn about colleagues. [Extracted from the article]

Short bio Dr. Parker is a learning and development strategist at Ford Motor Company and currently leads the transformation of learning technology platforms for the Global Talent organization. INTERVIEW WITH STEPHANIE JOHNSON, PHD Graph What attracted you to PI, human performance technology, and ISPI? SPECIAL FEATURE: KNOW YOUR COLLEAGUES - STEPHANIE JOHNSON AND MARSHA PARKER. [Extracted from the article]

Purpose: Currently, there is no internationally accepted way to measure the competency of wheelchair service professionals. The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals aims to develop a Wheelchair Service Provision – Basic Test as a preliminary step towards establishing a certification process.Method: A team of wheelchair service provision experts developed test questions and conducted alpha and beta testing in order to validate them. Low-performing test items were eliminated. A pilot test was then conducted, which focused on developing a pass score, determining language barriers and validating the test as a measure of competency.Results: 90 participants completed one of three versions of the Wheelchair Service Provision – Basic Test. A pass score of 70% was established and 135 questions were accepted for the final test. Analysis of variance indicated there was a difference in scores based on language (p = 0.001), but not based on experience level. This result motivated translation in to the United Nations’ official languages.Conclusions: The results indicate that the Wheelchair Service Provision – Basic Test is a valid method for measuring basic competency of wheelchair professionals. Additionally, researchers recommend a skills assessment to help to ensure only qualified wheelchair professionals receive the certificate. Implications for RehabilitationIdentify key steps in contextually appropriate test development.Describe the components of a contextually appropriate, reliable, and valid test for basic wheelchair service provision.Identify methods used for contextually appropriate test validation. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]