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Is the order of job suggestions important?
No. The system
works on a sophisticated matching process and generates the 12 most suitable
occupations based on the information collected. While suggestions are listed in
order of suitability the system is not sensitive enough for this to be
meaningful. In addition there are situations where suggestions are 'demoted' to
allow some variation in career 'strands' to be presented and retain some breadth
in suggestions.
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Where does your job information come from?
The Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO).
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How many jobs do you have in your database?
There are currently a little over 470 jobs in the database, these cover both general
(e.g. bank work) and specific (e.g. accountant) occupations.
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Do people go into the jobs you suggest?
Quite a lot do - see the section on
Validation
Data.
However, the real benefit of the system to a professional career adviser is that
it provides wide ranging and largely objective (the interest questionnaire is
still subjective) information on clients - allowing you to quickly understand
them and provide the best
possible guidance.
There are obviously more than 470 jobs in the world but we cover all the key
areas. Interestingly, a database only needs to include 300 jobs to cover 90% of
all possible occupations!
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What does it mean if the results are off the end of the scale?
Sometimes clients produce extremely high scores that appear to go off the end
of the scale. In reality these results are in the top 1% and the bar represents
the estimate of the scale score above 20.
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Why is the score for Speed Test-2 reversed?
This test measures perseveration but clients find the results easier to
understand if they are expressed in terms of degrees of flexibility. To do this
the score is subtracted from 20 and scaled against Speed Test One.
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How do you take test 'error' into account?
Visually ,error is represented by the chisel shaped end of a results bar. If
you wish to know more about the relationship between standard error and
interpretation see your test manual for details.
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Why are there sometimes 'notes' in a report?
These may be prompted by comments on the test log or questionnaire, for example
concerning administration 'problems' or learning difficulties; or if the result
for a particular test (or tests) is unusual compared to the other results.
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Do
you take things like music or languages into account?
Not overtly as the Morrisby Profile does not measure skills. However these may be
important points to consider at the feedback interview.
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What do you do if a client completes the tests very slowly (but accurately)?
Make a note in the test log and your own notes for the feedback interview.
This is an aspect of test taking strategy (despite the instruction to work as
quickly as possible) that will need to be discussed.
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What do I do if a client is suffering from extreme 'examination nerves'?
Calm him or her down as best you can and make a note in the test log. Do not
be tempted to provide extra time or to provide answering strategies for any of
the tests.
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What do I do if a client is obviously guessing the answers?
Nothing much you can do once a test has begun. Just make a note on the test log
and we will place a comment in the report if it appears to have distorted the
results.
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What do I do if I miss a test out by accident?
Carry on with the rest of the tests and do not attempt to insert the missing
test later on in the session. Make a note in the test log and we will take the
appropriate action.
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What do I do if I get the timing wrong for a test?
Make a note in the test log and we will make the necessary corrections.
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What happens if there is an unexpected and lengthy break in the test session?
Depends on the length of the break. If you feel that it will severely disrupt
the results it is better to re-run the session at a later date.
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What do I do about disruptive behaviour?
If you are testing a group of clients and one is distracting the others in a
significant way, you must issue a warning. If the behaviour continues it may be
necessary to ask the person to leave the test room.
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What effect will excessive or distracting noise have on clients?
It may well influence their performance and in extreme circumstances the test
session will need to be abandoned. Otherwise, make a note in your test log and
indicate which tests were most affected.
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Under what circumstances would you suggest re-testing a client?
If you need to, you can re-test a client after four weeks or so have elapsed
from the first session.
You might want to do this if you (or the client) believe that there were
circumstances surrounding the first test session that prevented the client doing
their best. Make sure that you do not repeat the same categories for Speed Test
3.
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What do I do if either the test papers or the questionnaire go missing?
Retain the bit that you have and track down the missing element.
Experience shows that quite often the missing item has been put into a
Question Book used during the test session.
Only return complete sets of materials for processing!
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Can I give clients extra time?
No, stick to the timings in the administration instructions. Remember that
the tests have been standardised.
This rule may be amended if your client is disabled. Refer to the Disabled
Candidates page in the Pre Test section for guidance on this topic.
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How do you take dyslexia into account?
If this is mentioned in the biographical part of the interests questionnaire,
and particular tests do appear to have been affected, we will put a note in the
report.
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How do you deal with clients who have English as a second language?
If this is mentioned in the biographical part of the interests questionnaire,
and particular tests do appear to have been affected, we will put a note in the
report.
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How do members of ethnic minority groups perform on the Morrisby Profile?
Minority groups produce comparable results, compared to the majority, for all
the ability tests. The only differences are with Speed Test-4 (outward
confidence), but this is not at a statistically significant level; and Speed Test-5, manual
speed. Ethnic minority groups perform at a significantly higher level on this
test.
Overall it is very unlikely that any ethnic candidate with good English
comprehension ability would suffer adverse
impact from the use of the Morrisby tests.
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What is the reading age needed for the Morrisby Profile?
The reading age is set at 9.5 years.
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What do I do if a client says they have very poor memory?
None of the tests assess memory or require the use of significant short term
memory during completion. If, for medical reasons, a client has severe short
term memory problems, this sort of test is inappropriate.
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What do I do if a client is going to have problems physically writing the answers?
Prior to the session, find out how they feel about doing the tests. Consider
the possibility of a 'scribe' to help with the ability tests. Contact
Career Analysts who will provide further information and best practice.
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What can I do to help clients with hearing difficulties?
Face the client and speak clearly. You may also need to arrange for a signal
so that the client knows when to stop.
We have produced for the Morrisby Profile an Administration Guide for the
Hard of Hearing. This comprises a simple, A5 size desktop flip chart that
if suitable or appropriate, the candidate can use in addition to the test
administrator's usual activities. If you require this, ask Career Analysts at
least 2 weeks prior to the testing session.
In certain situations it may be necessary to have the administration
instructions conveyed in sign language. If appropriate, prior to the test
session, you should also have ensured that the client was aware that they would
need their hearing aid.
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What can I do to help clients with poor eyesight?
In those cases where question books and answer sheets in a larger print would
help we can supply special materials. However we must know in advance of your
requirements. You should also check, as appropriate, that clients know they have
to bring their reading glasses with them.
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What do I do about clients with short attention spans?
Sometimes clients are wary of a long test session because they think that
they will not be able to concentrate for long enough. The Morrisby Profile is
composed of 12 tests, rather than one long test lasting 3 hours, and it is
unusual for attention to be an issue.
However, there are certain medical conditions that do make it difficult to
concentrate for long periods of time. If this is the case check with us first!
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Can the Morrisby Report be used with Young Offenders?
The Morrisby Profile and a version of the 'Adult' report have been used with Young
Offenders's in UK institutions for over three years. A number of probation services
also use the system.
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Can reports be produced with different norms?
We don't produce reports with different norms because the interpretation is
validated in terms of the general population. However we can score test papers
and produce profile charts using different norms if you wish.
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Are there different types of guidance reports?
There are two main types of reports: normative and ipsative.
The normative report is the standard student or adult report with results
scaled against the general population.
Ipsative reports (individual results compared to clients own level of
performance) can be produced on request if an adviser feels that a standard
normative report would be de-motivating.
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Can reports be produced for different test combinations?
The only additional report that is available presents the results of the 'Technical
Profile', i.e: the Compound Series, Shapes and Mechanical tests.
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How quickly can I have my reports returned?
If you tell us in advance what you require, we can usually return reports in
one or two days from receipt of the answer papers. We recommend that you always
call to make sure your deadline can be met.
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Can you e-mail reports to me?
Currently our guidance reports are written in a printer language and so they cannot be
simply e-mailed to you. However if you have the correct model of Kyocera
printer you can print your own. A PDF version is soon to be released.
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Can I get a report re-print for a client tested some years ago?
Within the terms of the Data Protection Act, we keep extensive records and so it is
more than likely.
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Can a client redo the interests questionnaire and have a new report?
Yes, if interests have changed significantly it is possible to produce a new
version of the report that takes this into account.
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