Appendix B
Descriptor Taxonomies Included in the Content Model
ABILITIES TAXONOMY (PROTOTYPE AND CURRENT)
Cognitive Abilities
Verbal abilities
Oral comprehension
Written comprehension
Oral expression
Written expression
Idea generation and reasoning abilities
Fluency of ideas
Originality
Problem sensitivity
Deductive reasoning
Inductive reasoning
Information ordering
Category flexibility
Quantitative abilities
Mathematical reasoning
Number facility
Memory
Memorization
Perceptual Abilities
Speed of closure
Flexibility of closure
Perceptual speed
Spatial abilities
Spatial orientation
Visualization
Attentiveness
Selective attention
Time sharing
Psychomotor Abilities
Fine manipulative abilities
Arm-hand steadiness
Manual dexterity
Finger dexterity
Control movement abilities
Control precision
Multilimb coordination
Response orientation
Rate control
Reaction time and speed ability
Reaction time
Wrist-finger speed
Speed of limb movement
Physical Abilities
Physical strength abilities
Static strength
Explosive strength
Dynamic strength
Trunk strength
Endurance
Stamina
Flexibility, balance, and coordination
Extent flexibility
Dynamic flexibility
Gross body coordination
Gross body equilibrium
Sensory Abilities
Visual abilities
Near vision
Far vision
Visual color discrimination
Night vision
Peripheral vision
Depth perception
Glare sensitivity
WORK STYLES TAXONOMY (PROTOTYPE, CURRENT TAXONOMY SHOWN USING TRACK CHANGES)
Achievement Orientation
Achievement/effort
Persistence
Initiative
Social Influence
Energy
Leadership orientation
Interpersonal Orientation
Cooperative
Concern for others
Social orientation
Adjustment
Self-control
Stress tolerance
Adaptability/flexibility
Conscientiousness
Dependability
Attention to detail
Integrity
Independence
Independence
Practical Intelligence
Innovative
Analytical Analytical thinking
SOURCE: Adapted from Peterson et al. (1997). Reprinted with permission.
WORK VALUES TAXONOMY (PROTOTYPE, CURRENT TAXONOMY SHOWN USING TRACK CHANGES)
Factor
Achievement
Ability utilization
Achievement
Comfort Working conditions
Activity
Independence
Variety
Compensation
Security
Working conditions
Status Recognition
Advancement
Recognition
Authority
Social Status
Altruism Relationships
Coworkers
Social service
Moral values
Safety Support
Company policies
Supervision, human relations
Supervision, technical
Autonomy
Creativity
Responsibility
Autonomy
SOURCE: Dawis and Lofquist (1984, Table 3-2, p. 29). Reprinted with permission.
KNOWLEDGE TAXONOMY (PROTOTYPE AND CURRENT)
Business and Management
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Administration and management
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Clerical
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Economics and accounting
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Sales and marketing
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Customer and personal service
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Personal and human resources
Manufacturing and Production
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Production and processing
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Food production
Engineering and Technology
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Computers and electronics
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Engineering and technology
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Design
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Building and construction
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Mechanical
Mathematics and Science
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Mathematics
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Physics
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Chemistry
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Biology
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Psychology
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Sociology and anthropology
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Geography
Health Services
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Medicine and dentistry
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Therapy and counseling
Education and Training
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Education and training
Arts and Humanities
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English language
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Foreign language
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Fine arts
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History and archaeology
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Philosophy and theology
Law and Public Safety
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Public safety and security
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Law, government, and jurisprudence
Communications
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Telecommunications
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Communications and media
Transportation
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Transportation
SOURCE: Adapted from Peterson et al. (1997, Figure 4-1). Reprinted with permission.
SKILLS TAXONOMY (PROTOTYPE, CURRENT TAXONOMY SHOWN USING TRACK CHANGES)
BASIC SKILLS
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Content Skills |
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Active listening |
Active learning |
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Reading comprehension |
Learning strategies |
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Writing |
Monitoring |
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Speaking |
Critical thinking |
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Mathematics |
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Science |
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CROSS-FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
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Complex Problem-Solving |
Social Skills |
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Social perceptiveness |
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Coordination |
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Persuasion |
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Negotiation |
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Instruction |
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Service orientation |
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Technical Skills |
Systems Skills |
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Operations analysis |
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Technology design |
Systems |
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Installation |
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Programming |
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Judgment and decision making |
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Equipment maintenance |
Systems evaluation |
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Troubleshooting |
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Repairing |
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Resource Management Skills |
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Time management |
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SOURCE: Adapted from Peterson et al. (1997, Figure 3-1). Reprinted with permission.
GENERALIZED WORK ACTIVITIES TAXONOMY (PROTOTYPE, CURRENT TAXONOMY SHOWN USING TRACK CHANGES)
Information Input
Looking for and receiving job-related information
Getting information needed to do the job
Monitoring processes, materials, and or surroundings
Identifying/evaluating job-relevant information
Identifying objects, actions, and events
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials
Estimating the quantifiable characteristics of materials, products, events, or information
Mental Processes
Information/data processing
Judging the qualities of objects, services, or persons
Processing information
Evaluating information for compliance to standards
Analyzing data or information
Reasoning/decision making
Making decisions and solving problems
Thinking creatively
Updating and using job-relevant knowledge
Development objectives and strategies
Scheduling work and activities
Organizing, planning and prioritizing work
Work Output
Performing physical and manual work activities
Performing general physical activities
Handling and moving objects
Controlling machines and processes
Operating vehicles and mechanized devices or equipment
Performing complex/technical activities
Interacting with computers
Drafting, laying out, and specifying technical devices, parts, or equipment
Implementing ideas, programs, systems, or products
Repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment
Repairing and maintaining electronic equipment
Documenting and recording information
Interacting with Others
Communicating/interacting
Interpreting the meaning of information for others
Communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates
Communicating with persons outside the organization
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
Assisting and caring for others
Selling or influencing others
Resolving conflicts and negotiating with others
Performing for or working directly with the public
Coordinating/developing/managing/advising others Coordinating, Developing, Managing, and Advising
Coordinating the work and activities of others
Developing and building teams
Training and Teaching others
Guiding/directing and motivating subordinates
Coaching and developing others
Providing advice and consultation to others
Administering
Performing Accomplishing administrative activities
Staffing organizational units
Monitoring and controlling resources
SOURCE: Adapted from Peterson et al. (1997, Figure 6-2). Reprinted with permission.
WORK CONTEXT TAXONOMY (PROTOTYPE, CURRENT TAXONOMY SHOWNUSING TRACK CHANGES)
Interpersonal Relationships
Communication
Role relationships
Responsibility to others
Conflictual contact
Physical Work Conditions
Work setting
Environmental conditions
Job hazards Demands
Body positioning
Work attire
Structural Job Characteristics
Criticality of position
Routine vs. challenging work
Pace and scheduling
Competition
NOTE: The higher order factors within the prototype and current taxonomies are shown. The list does not include the specific descriptors.
SOURCE: Adapted from Peterson et al. (1997, Figure 7-2). Reprinted with permission.
