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Revista de Psicología del Trabajo y de las Organizaciones
versión On-line ISSN 2174-0534versión impresa ISSN 1576-5962
Resumen
BRITT DE SOETE, Filip Lievens y DRUART, Celina. Strategies for dealing with the diversity-validity dilemma in personnel selection: where are we and where should we go?. Rev. psicol. trab. organ. [online]. 2013, vol.29, n.1, pp.3-12. ISSN 2174-0534. https://dx.doi.org/10.5093/tr2013a2.
The diversity-validity dilemma has been a dominant theme in personnel selection research and practice. As some of the most valid selection instruments display large ethnic performance differences, scientists attempt to develop strategies that reduce ethnic subgroup differences in selection performance, while simultaneously maintaining criterion-related validity. This paper provides an evidence-based overview of the effectiveness of six strategies for dealing with the diversity-validity dilemma: (1) using 'alternative' cognitive ability measures, (2) employing simulations, (3) using statistical approaches to combine predictor and criterion measures, (4) reducing criterion-irrelevant predictor variance, (5) fostering positive candidate reactions, and (6) providing coaching and opportunity for practice to candidates. Three of these strategies (i.e., employing simulation-based assessments, developing alternative cognitive ability measures, and using statistical procedures) are identified as holding the most promise to alleviate the dilemma. Potential areas in need for future research are discussed.
Palabras clave : Strategies; Diversity; Personnel selection; Validity; Dilemma.