Normative measures are based on a comparison of one’s performance to a sample, representative of some comparison group. Most measures have national norms, and the sample is stratified to include representation by sex, SES, ethnicity, age, etc. Some measures have specific norms. If we were selecting candidates to become jet pilots, national norms would not have enough specificity, so we would want to make a comparison between our candidates and successful current pilots, using their performance on such things as reaction time, decision speed, dexterity, and spatial conceptualization. (Who knew my utter lack of depth perception would lead to flunking out of jet pilot school?) Many students feel these comparisons are unfair. For example, if a normative measure is used to select students for a gifted and talented program and your child is not selected, we as parents would like to question the selection criteria and the validity and reliability of the measure as a selection tool. Police exams and Firefighter exams are routinely challenged when the results seem to put specific groups – e.g., women, African American sargents, etc. – at a disadvantage for selection purposes. Challenges are upheld or dismissed by the court system on the basis of an examination of scientific evidence regarding validity and reliability. This system is an alternative to cronyism, outright discrimination, bribery and nepotism as selection criteria, but requires continued re-examination.


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