The Biographical Information Blank as a Predictor of Student Achievement and Vocational Choice: A Review

Author(s):

Freeberg, Norman E.

Publication Year:

1966

Report Number:

RB-66-51

Source:

ETS Research Bulletin

Document Type:

Report

Page Count:

26

Subject/Key Words:

Biographical Information Blank (Cline et al.), Biographical Inventories, Career Choice, Predictive Measurement, Predictive Validity

Abstract

This paper reviews literature dealing with use of the biographical information blank (BIB) among student populations. The studies are considered under the four criterion areas of scholastic grades, creative achievement, persistence in school, and vocational or curriculum choice. Substantial areas of disagreement in application and utility of the BIB as a predictor remain based upon choice of educational criteria and the content of the BIB itself.

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