The Writing Apprehension Test ( Wat ) - 987 Words

If one wishes to develop skill at a particular subject it is critical they are able to asses their abilities. This gives an understanding of their strengths and weaknesses. By knowing what to focus on it makes the process easier and more efficient. The Writing Apprehension Test (WAT), Self Perceived Communication Competence Scale (SPCC), listening type inventory, perspective taking inventory, and communication competence inventory are tools to decipher people’s communication strengths and weaknesses. Overall my scores indicate I’m a rather apprehensive and shy communicator but still take things into perspective. I feel uncomfortable speaking in front of large groups, in meetings, with strangers and acquaintances, yet still take context into account by ‘sizing up’ the environment. I scored a 60 on a scale of twenty to one hundred on the Writing Apprehension Test. This tells me I posses an average apprehension about writing. I have trouble conveying my though ts to others clearly and using appropriate word selection. I am often nervous of what others think of my writing and don’t like discussing my writing with others. However I look forward to writing down my ideas and am confident in my ability to write convincingly and legibly. My total Self-Percieved Communication competence sore was 58.75. This means I generally have an average self-perceived communication competence. I scored low in the public, meeting, and acquaintance categories and average in the group, dyad,Show MoreRelatedManaging Information Technology (7th Edition)239873 Words   |  960 Pagesauthors. †¢ Test Item File and TestGen Software The Test Item File includes multiple-choice and True/False questions for each chapter in this textbook. The Test Item File is available in Microsoft Word and for use with the computerized Prentice Hall TestGen, as well as WebCT and Blackboard-ready conversions. TestGen is a comprehensive suite of tools for testing and assessment. Screen wizards and full technical support are available to instructors to help them create and distribute tests to their