Schick, L (2024) An Examination of Applicants’ Reactions and Attitudes towards a Gamified Cognitive Ability Test. Master thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
This experimental study investigated applicants' perceptions of a gamified cognitive ability test compared to its traditional counterpart. This encompassed measuring process satisfaction, predictive validity, test fairness perceptions, and an examination of the impact on organizational attractiveness. Additionally, test performance’s influence on the effects of gamification on applicant perceptions was explored. Contrary to initial expectations, when engaging with the traditional assessment as opposed to its gamified counterpart, higher levels of process satisfaction and perceived predictive validity, and then test fairness and organizational attractiveness were reported by applicants. Test performance served as a mediator, influencing the relationship between gamification and both process satisfaction and perceived test fairness. These findings emphasize the need for a cautious approach when implementing gamified assessments in real-world applications. A thorough evaluation, considering initial reactions and the mediating role of test performance, is crucial for informed decisions about integrating innovative assessment methods in recruitment practices. Keywords: gamification, game-related assessment, applicant reactions, test performance, cognitive ability tests.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Supervisor name: | Adams, S.P. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | Work, Organizational and Personnel Psychology (WOP) [Master Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 06 Aug 2024 07:08 |
| Last Modified: | 06 Aug 2024 07:08 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/4228 |
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