Instructing and explaining
Explains a task or topic so the other can perform it independently, matches the starting level and checks whether the explanation was understood.
How hrmforce measures this
- Assessment method
- Work sample test · rho 0.33 (SD 0.09)
- hrmforce instrument
- Work sample test, 360 Feedback
- Trainability
- high
- Demand outlook 2026 to 2030
- stable
The candidate performs a representative work sample under standardised conditions.
Behavioural anchors
| Level | Behaviour at this level |
|---|---|
| N1 Guided | Demonstrates a simple operation following the instruction card and asks whether the other can copy it. works under supervision and follows instruction · routine, one variable at a time · own task |
| N3 Proficient | Builds an explanation up in steps, uses examples from the work of the other and has the task performed as a check. sets own approach and seeks input proactively · several variables, some ambiguity · own team or process |
| N5 Leading | Sets the instruction standard for the entire field and trains others to convey complex material understandably. sets the standard and the policy · strategic, under high uncertainty · organisation, value chain or profession |
N2 and N4 are deliberately not anchored. Raters place them between the anchors, following the O*NET convention.
Underlying skills
These skills inherit the assessment route and the behavioural anchors of this construct.
| T | Skill | Definition | Demand outlook 2026 to 2030 |
|---|---|---|---|
| V | Giving on the job instruction On the job instruction | Explains an action, demonstrates it, has the other repeat it and checks the result. | stable |
| V | Adapting explanation to the starting level Adapting explanation | First checks what the other already knows and then chooses words, pace and level of detail accordingly. | stable |
| V | Demonstrating a task Demonstration | Performs an action slowly and step by step while explaining each step out loud. | stable |
| V | Checking understanding Teach back method | Has the other retell or demonstrate in own words to test whether the explanation was understood. | rising |
| V | Creating a step by step guide Step by step guide | Turns a task into a short, numbered series of actions someone can follow independently. | stable |
| V | Clarifying complex material with an example Using analogies | Uses a comparison, case or image from the other's world to make abstract material concrete. | rising |
| V | Delivering classroom instruction Classroom instruction | Explains material to a group with structure, interaction and a check that everyone follows. | stable |
| V | Explaining in plain language Plain language | Replaces jargon and long sentences with understandable language for people with limited literacy. | rising |