SSB: THEMATIC APPRECIATION TEST
The test starts with exposure of 12
pictures with the help of over head projector/video with 30 sec exposure and
practically four minutes for extensive writing .The stimulus is shown, and the
instructions are given exhaustive manner by the psychologist. The guidelines
are comprehensive and cover all facets of Thematic Appreciation Test. The
showing of pictures and the time schedule is manually regulated, so that there
is no error involved in testing.
Before proceeding
for the live test, a demonstrative performance is exhibited and general
modalities of conduct of test are discussed and explained to the students
comprehensively. The candidates are required to take the instructions and comply
as per the laid down norms. The stimulus is shown for one minute, and
thereafter four minutes are the give for written portion of the story.
The
appreciation of the stimulus shown generally is done in the present tense using
correct English and vocabulary. This is not a test of English language, rather
to have a deep insight into psyche of a student. Students should write stories
depicting high moral and ethics in trying situations. The test should be
attempted full and the stories framed should be defined with logic and reasoning.
Whatever demonstrated should be realistic and matching to the stimulus defined.
Student’s perception should be real and the activities to be related to the
general surroundings. The stimulus should be well addressed and commented as
practically to the existing circumstances. Tendency to write away from the
stimulus should be avoided. Complete and comprehensive write up is essential,
which is clear to understand and duly connected suitably to the profile.
Exhaustive write up is recommended, keeping in view the profile of the
applicant taking the test. Suitable, comprehensive reading and practice session
is enclosed for the better understanding and logical interpretation in the
succeeding pictures shown in the write ups.
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