Assessment of Self-Concept

Abstract

Rating scales are the most frequently used type of instrument. Most of the currently published instruments are of this type. Rating scales typically are composed of a set of statements to which the respondent expresses a degree of agreement or disagreement. Fiveand sevenpoint Likert scales are common. Typical items might be “I am good at math” or “On the whole, I am satisfied with myself.” Responses are then summed to form a score for a specific scale (e.g., math self-concept) or a measure of global self-concept.