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Communication Methods Knowledge Assessment

Communication Methods Knowledge Assessment Test

Understand how spoken and written choices shape outcomes in just 15 minutes. Spot misconceptions, strengthen clarity and persuasion, and target practice for everyday leadership, speeches, and emails.

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October 2, 2025

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8/20

Written Communication (WC)

Measures knowledge and practical skill in structuring clear, persuasive written messages while avoiding common writing mistakes.

Basic

Proficient

Advanced

0 – 9: Basic | 10 – 15: Proficient | 16 – 20: Advanced

A score of 8 falls in the Basic range, suggesting foundational understanding of written communication with frequent opportunities to improve clarity, structure, and error prevention.

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11/20

Oral Communication (OC)

Measures knowledge and practical skill in conveying ideas clearly and effectively through spoken communication.

Basic

Developing

Proficient

0 – 7: Basic | 8 – 13: Developing | 14 – 20: Proficient

A score of 11 falls in the Developing range, indicating a moderate understanding of oral communication principles with some gaps that may affect clarity and impact in spoken interactions.

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15/40

Common Communication Errors (CCE)

Measures how often a person makes common communication mistakes across spoken and written interactions.

Few mistakes

Some mistakes

Frequent mistakes

0 – 13: Few mistakes | 14 – 26: Some mistakes | 27 – 40: Frequent mistakes

A score of 15 falls in the 'Some mistakes' range, suggesting occasional misconceptions or slips that may reduce clarity and effectiveness in communication.

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61/80

Knowledge of Communication Methods (KoCM)

Measures overall knowledge of effective communication methods and how different modes and structures influence clarity and outcomes.

Needs development

Strong knowledge

20 – 60: Needs development | 61 – 80: Strong knowledge

A score of 61 indicates strong knowledge of communication methods, suggesting you generally understand how to choose and structure messages for clear, effective interaction.

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Who Usually Takes This Test?

New and mid-level managers

41%OF USERS

They take it to check whether their day-to-day spoken and written messages land clearly with teams and stakeholders.

Team leads and supervisors

34%OF USERS

They use it to spot communication blind spots that cause misunderstandings in briefings, feedback, and task handoffs.

Aspiring people leaders

25%OF USERS

They take it to prepare for leadership roles by strengthening how they express facts, feelings, and decisions in different formats.

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Written Communication (WC)

Average

6.3

Normal range

3.5 — 9.1

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Oral Communication (OC)

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12.4

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9 — 15.8

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Common Mistakes in Communication (CMiC)

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22.9

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16.2 — 29.5

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Knowledge of communication methods (Kocm)

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46.6

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35.7 — 57.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What does this test measure?

It measures knowledge of how spoken and written communication differ in clarity, impact, and outcomes. It focuses on common misconceptions and practical principles for effective messaging.

Who is this test intended for?

It is intended for managers and other professionals who communicate in meetings, presentations, and written correspondence. It is also suitable for training and development settings.

What types of questions are included?

Items present statements about oral and written communication for evaluation. Some statements reflect misconceptions, while others reflect effective practices for expressing facts, feelings, and opinions.

How long does the test take, and how many questions are included?

Estimated completion time is about 15 minutes. The test contains 80 questions.

How should responses be selected?

Select the option that best matches established communication principles rather than personal preference. Answer each item independently based on the statement provided.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Communication Methods Knowledge Assessment Test

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This measure evaluates knowledge of effective verbal and written communication principles and common misconceptions. The Communication Methods Knowledge Assessment is intended to help identify strengths and gaps in understanding how communication choices can influence message clarity and outcomes.

The instrument includes 80 items and typically takes about 15 minutes to complete. Items address general concepts related to expressing ideas, feelings, and facts in spoken interactions and organizing written messages for clarity. Results from the Communication Methods Knowledge Assessment may be used to inform training needs and guide targeted skill development in workplace communication contexts.

Author: paul-watzlawick

Literature: Hargie, O. The handbook of communication skills. Routledge. 1997.

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