Improving Oral Exams- An Application of Morenean Sociometry

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  • RORY REMER Author

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https://doi.org/10.12926/e1semt61

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Sociometry

Abstract

Oral examinations of various types are part of many training programs, as well as other life situations (e.g., job interviews). Usually, assumptions are made about orals that are more consistent with their being seen as psychometric procedures. Because of their essential interactive nature, however, such examinations also have sociometric aspects. In this article, the problems and ambiguities
caused by the conflicting demands of psychometric and sociometric procedures are discussed. On the basis of the analysis, conclusions and recommendations regarding future use of oral examination procedures are offered.

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Vol. 43 No. 1 (1990): Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry

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