The Use of Technology in Assessment Center Methods
The presentation will discuss the ways technology, including video, telephones, and computers, have been used in assessment centers. The presentation will feature a demonstration of a computer delivered assessment center that includes e-mail, voice mail, and web sites. Use of computerized scoring and report generation will also be covered.
Speaker
Robert F. Goldsmith, Ph.D.,
Independent Consultant
Dr. Goldsmith is an independent consultant who has worked in the area of Industrial and Organizational Psychology for over 21 years. His primary area of research and practice is the assessment center method, though he has also worked in the areas of selection systems, multi-rater instruments, behavioral interviewing, and technical knowledge tests. His most recent position was Manager of Assessment Center Services at Wilson Learning Worldwide. He has also worked for DDI and USX. He holds a Ph.D. in I/O Psychology from the Pennsylvania State University, and a B.S. and M.S. in psychology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Speaker
Bob Lovler, Ph.D.
Selection and Assessment Technology Director
Wilson Learning Corporation
Dr. Bob Lovler is currently the Technology Director for assessment and selection services at Wilson Learning Corporation. He has over 25 years of experience as both an internal and external consultant to major corporations and private-sector organizations. He recently managed and played a key role in creating Wilson Learning’s electronic assessment center offering. Dr. Lovler received his Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Hofstra University, and served on the faculty of The Graduate School at Hofstra and the State University of New York. In addition, he also served at the Vice-President level with a Fortune 500 communications company for 11 years.
