The ABCs of Evaluation by John Boulmetis & Phyllis Dutwin

The ABCs of Evaluation by John Boulmetis & Phyllis Dutwin

Author:John Boulmetis & Phyllis Dutwin
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780470873540
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 2011-10-25T00:00:00+00:00


Scales

If you need a data source that can measure attitudes, interests, or values, you may choose one of several different types of scales. Scales are a series of gradations that describe and measure something in a ranking way, using symbols, words, or numbers. Three kinds of continuums (scales) that you can use in constructing such instruments are described here.

The Likert scale is the one most often used to measure attitudes, interests, and values. It usually starts with a question or a statement, followed by a scaled response. For example:

It is important to be a lifelong learner. Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree



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