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WRITING TEST [18 records]

Record 1 2023-09-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Documents and Works
  • Recruiting of Personnel
OBS

The purpose of the Written Communication Proficiency Test is to provide an efficient assessment of an individual' s ability to communicate in writing and help managers make selection decisions.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de documents et d'œuvres
  • Recrutement du personnel
OBS

L'Examen de compétence en communication écrite a pour but d'évaluer de façon efficiente l'aptitude d'une personne à communiquer par écrit et de faciliter la tâche des gestionnaires lors de la prise de décisions de sélection.

Spanish

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Record 2 2021-01-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Testing and Debugging
  • Software
CONT

One of the key components for writing good software components is writing software with testability in mind. For unit testing, or debugging of code, it is important to be able to test each executable line or test each path the software could take.

OBS

testability: designation standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Test et débogage
  • Logiciels
CONT

Comme toutes les caractéristiques de la qualité, la testabilité d'un logiciel est affectée par différents facteurs comme la validité, le processus et les outils utilisés, la représentation des besoins, etc.

Spanish

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Record 3 2020-11-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Information Processing (Informatics)
  • Computer Display Technology
DEF

The interface that is used to prepare data, train, test, deploy, manage, and track machine learning models without writing code.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Traitement de l'information (Informatique)
  • Techniques d'affichage (Ordinateurs)

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Tratamiento de la información (Informática)
  • Técnicas de visualización (Computadoras)
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Record 4 2018-10-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Plastics Manufacturing
CONT

Plastic manufacturing technicians assist in the development manufacturing and marketing of plastics and plastic products. They usually work in laboratories assisting in research that will result in improved and higher quality materials. They test new materials keeping detailed records of the results and writing reports on the outcome of their work. [They] typically... design the molds and machines that are used to manufacture plastic products. However some plastics manufacturing technicians work in sales selling plastic materials to manufacturers of molded plastic products.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Plasturgie

Spanish

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Record 5 2016-03-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Examinations and Competitions (Education)
CONT

In Ontario, the open response reading item and writing task on the high-stakes OSSLT [Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test ] use a blind scoring model. Two examiners independently mark the response, using the same rubric. If the two marks are in exact agreement, that mark is assigned to the student.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Docimologie
CONT

Un modèle de notation anonyme est utilisé; c’est-à-dire que les correcteurs ne savent pas quel score a été attribué par l’autre correcteur.

Spanish

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Record 6 2016-03-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Documents and Works
  • Examinations and Competitions (Education)
OBS

Test no. 345 of the Personnel Psychology Centre.

OBS

This test assesses the ability to write in a clear, logical and concise manner. Candidates are required to prepare a summary of a text which is scored on the basis of style(structure, usage and conciseness), content coverage, and mechanics of writing(grammar, spelling and punctuation). It is appropriate for officer-level positions, and has been delegated to departments for administration, scoring and storage

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de documents et d'œuvres
  • Docimologie
OBS

En plus des tests de compétence pour le travail de bureau susmentionnés, le CPP a mis au point un test visant à évaluer la capacité de s'exprimer par écrit avec clarté, logique et concision. Les candidats sont tenus de rédiger un sommaire de texte. Leur travail est noté sur la base du style (structure, usage et concision), de la teneur, et des règles de rédaction (grammaire, orthographe et ponctuation). C'est un outil de sélection indiqué pour les postes de niveau d'agent. Les ministères assurent par délégation l'administration, la correction et l'entreposage du matériel d'examen.

Key term(s)
  • Examen d'aptitude à la communication écrite

Spanish

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Record 7 2014-07-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Law of Evidence
  • Rules of Court
CONT

We approach this by writing extensive reasons describing the process we follow and the steps we have taken to test evidence that is tendered ex parte and in camera.

OBS

In an allegation of discrimination.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Droit de la preuve
  • Règles de procédure
OBS

D'une allégation de discrimination.

Spanish

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Record 8 2012-11-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Engineering
  • Information Processing (Informatics)
  • Systems Analysis (Information Processing)
DEF

A specification that documents the design of a system or system component; for example, a software configuration item. Typical contents include system or component algorithms, control logic, data structures, data set-use information, input/output formats, and interface descriptions.

CONT

A designer will try to understand a design problem that has been assigned to him by writing a design specification. The specifications relate to technical systems that do not exist at that time. Other specifications relate to existing systems, for instance manufacturing specifications, test specifications, operation specifications....

OBS

See also "requirements specifications".

OBS

As a rule when "specification" is used in the singular, the writer is referring to the document; when it is used in the plural, "specifications" means the statements included in the document.

OBS

design specification: term and definition standardized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Ingénierie
  • Traitement de l'information (Informatique)
  • Analyse des systèmes informatiques
DEF

Spécification qui documente la conception d'un système ou d'un élément de système; par exemple, un élément de la configuration d'un logiciel. Les contenus types comprennent les algorithmes du système ou de l'élément, la logique de commande, les structures de données, les renseignements sur l'utilisation d'un ensemble de données, les formats d'entrée/sortie et les descriptions des interfaces.

OBS

Voir également «spécification des exigences».

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Ingeniería
  • Tratamiento de la información (Informática)
  • Análisis de los sistemas de informática
DEF

Resultado de un análisis de las necesidades de información de un sistema específico dentro de una organización; incluyendo las especificaciones para las entradas, salidas y procesamiento.

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Record 9 2011-12-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Education Theory and Methods
DEF

The use of the computer to manage teaching and learning in educational and training systems. The computer performs one or more of four main tasks :test marking/analysis/production; the routing of students/trainees through an individualised course of study; the keeping of classroom records; the writing of reports for teachers, trainees, etc.

CONT

... the NDP [National Development Programme] report considered that computer-assisted and computer-managed learning are "extremely high cost technologies and are the most expensive tools yet introduced into the teaching process..."

French

Domaine(s)
  • Théories et méthodes pédagogiques
DEF

Planification informatisée des objectifs d'apprentissage, par l'éducateur et par l'élève.

Spanish

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Record 10 2010-11-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Trade Names
  • Hand Tools
DEF

A portable electric engraving and cutting implement.

OBS

The Vibro-Tool provides a simple method of permanently marking glass or metal objects. Perfectly balanced to fit the hand and light weight(1 lb.), the Vibro-Tool handles as easily as writing with a pencil. Marking is accomplished mechanically by vibrations of the marking tool-120 reciprocal strokes per second-consumes less current than a 60 watt light bulb. The use of the Vibro-Tool ranges from engraving simple identification numbers and chemical nomenclature on bottles or slides to engraving special calibration markings on equipment and experimental dials, gauges and measures. A few suggested uses include marking test tubes, beakers, jars, flasks, watch glasses, stock bottles, microscope slides, reagent bottles, manometric scales, metallurgical specimens, etc.

OBS

Vibro-tool: A trademark of Acme Burgess, Inc., Grayslake, Illinois.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appellations commerciales
  • Outillage à main
OBS

Vibro-Tool : Marque déposée de la compagnie Acme Burgess, Inc., Grayslake, Illinois.

Spanish

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Record 11 2010-09-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Properties of Paper
OBS

The most satisfactory test to ascertain ink resistance of writing papers.

OBS

[The pen-and-ink test is] made by cross-hatching small areas of paper with pen and ink; a poorly sized paper absorbs the ink and shows feathering around the drawn or written lines.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Propriétés des papiers

Spanish

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Record 12 2008-05-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Forms
  • Language Teaching
  • Personnel and Job Evaluation
  • Public Service
OBS

Note that this test replaces the previous ’Second Language Evaluation Writing Test’.

OBS

Public Service Commission(PSC). The SLE-Test of Written Expression in the Second Official Language(French) assesses knowledge of grammar, structure, usage, and other aspects of written expression that are necessary to perform writing tasks dealing with work-related situations. This test has a new feature enabling you to choose the official language(French or English) in which you want to read or receive the test instructions. However, the sample questions are presented in French only.

Key term(s)
  • SLE Written Test
  • Second Language Evaluation Test of Written Expression in the Second Official Language

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de formulaires administratifs
  • Enseignement des langues
  • Évaluation du personnel et des emplois
  • Fonction publique
OBS

Veuillez noter que ce test remplace le «Évaluation langue seconde, test d'expression écrite».

OBS

Commission de la fonction publique du Canada (CFP). L'ÉLS-Test d'expression écrite dans la deuxième langue officielle (anglais) évalue les connaissances de la grammaire, de la structure, des règles d'usage ainsi que d'autres éléments d'expression écrite nécessaires à la rédaction de textes propres au milieu de travail. Le test comporte une nouvelle caractéristique vous permettant de choisir la langue officielle (français ou anglais) dans laquelle vous désirez lire ou recevoir les directives du test. Toutefois, les exemples de questions sont seulement présentés en anglais.

Spanish

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Record 13 2007-08-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Education (General)
CONT

The language arts writing test also requires the writing of an essay.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pédagogie (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 14 2002-02-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Educational Psychology
  • Examinations and Competitions (Education)
CONT

The government will launch its province-wide Grade 10 literacy test this week to ensure students have the reading and writing skills they need for success in the future, announced Education Minister Janet Ecker.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Psychologie scolaire
  • Docimologie

Spanish

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Record 15 2001-12-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Farming Techniques
  • Genetics
CONT

Position Description : Perform various Field Testing assignments with prototype test units in the field. These assignments to involve functional and/or durability analysis of test units, report writing of aforementioned test results, travel to remote test sites, farmer and/or dealer contacts, maintenance of experimental machines in the field. Responsibilities : perform a variety of designated Field Testing assignments in the area to become acquainted with and obtain a broad knowledge of all machines included in one of five product groups; learn policies and procedures relative to testing activities, as well as report writing familiarization...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques agricoles
  • Génétique

Spanish

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Record 16 2000-01-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Documents and Works
  • Psycho-, Socio- and Ethnolinguistics
  • Personnel and Job Evaluation
  • Federal Administration
DEF

Language test that the Public Service Commission uses to determine the second language proficiency levels of candidates to positions in the Public Service and [of] employees of the Public Service.

OBS

In 1984, the SLE replaced the Language Knowledge Examination (LKE).

OBS

There are separate second language tests to assess each of three skills : reading, writing and oral interaction. Each test assesses the three levels(A, B, or C) of second language proficiency that may be required for bilingual positions in the Public Service of Canada. Candidates who obtain a score high enough that they need not be tested again on a given test are exempted from taking it in the future. All tests are administered in test centres located in departments and in PSC regional offices. Requests for testing are made through the official languages section of departments. Second Language Evaluation tests cannot be used for assessing first language ability.

Key term(s)
  • Second Language Examination
  • Second Language Knowledge Examination

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de documents et d'œuvres
  • Psycho-, socio- et ethnolinguistique
  • Évaluation du personnel et des emplois
  • Administration fédérale
DEF

Examen linguistique utilisé par la Commission de la fonction publique pour déterminer les niveaux de compétence linguistique des candidats à des postes de la fonction publique et des employés de la fonction publique.

OBS

En 1984, l'ELS a remplacé l'examen de connaissance de langue (ECL).

OBS

Il existe trois tests de langue seconde, chacun mesurant l'une des habiletés suivantes : la compréhension de l'écrit, l'expression écrite et l'interaction orale. Chaque test permet d'évaluer les candidats en regard des trois niveaux (A, B et C) de compétence linguistique en langue seconde exigibles pour les postes bilingues au sein de la fonction publique fédérale. Les candidats qui obtiennent une note suffisamment élevée indiquant qu'ils n'ont pas besoin d'être évalués à nouveau dans une habileté reçoivent une exemption dans cette habileté et n'ont pas à subir ce test à nouveau. Tous ces tests sont administrés dans les centres d'évaluation des ministères et dans les bureaux régionaux de la CFP. Les demandes d'administration sont faites auprès des services d'évaluation de langue seconde des ministères. Ces tests d'évaluation de langue seconde ne peuvent servir à évaluer les compétences linguistiques des candidats dans leur langue maternelle.

Key term(s)
  • Test d'évaluation de la langue seconde
  • Évaluation de la langue seconde
  • Examen de la langue seconde

Spanish

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Record 17 1986-06-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Nervous System
DEF

The parts of this syndrome, known as Gerstmann’s syndrome, were 1) finger agnosia, or the inability to identify fingers on tactile stimulation, 2) loss of ability to discriminate left and right side of the body, 3) loss of ability to write (agraphia), and 4) the loss of the ability to do mathematics (acalcalia).

CONT

Children with reading or writing retardation who fail on the test of finger differentiation and order would be predicted also to exhibit other elements of the Gerstmann syndrome.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Système nerveux
DEF

groupe de symptômes résultant d'une lésion du gyrus supramarginalis : agnosie digitale, non-distinction de la droite et de la gauche, alcalculie, agraphie et apraxie constructive.

CONT

Pour cet auteur, aussi bien le syndrome de Gerstmann que la dyslexie seraient la conséquence d'un trouble de la fonction de direction, fonction qui serait liée elle-même à une difficulté de l'orientation latérale entraînant une difficulté du sujet à s'orienter dans l'espace extra-personnel.

Spanish

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Record 18 1984-09-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Education Theory and Methods
  • Examinations and Competitions (Education)
OBS

essay test :Test or examination involving writing to a specified length on a given topic. It tests ability to discuss, evaluate, analyze, summarize or criticize.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Théories et méthodes pédagogiques
  • Docimologie
DEF

Exercice d'argumentation et de discussion, par écrit, d'un problème posé comme sujet.

Spanish

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