Analysis

The General Self-Efficacy Scale (NGSE), developed by Chen and colleagues, is a tool that assesses individuals’ self-efficacy at a general level. This scale measures a person’s belief in their ability to manage and overcome obstacles in various aspects of life.

Objective

The objective of the scale is to evaluate general self-efficacy, namely a person’s belief in their ability to achieve goals and cope with challenges in different situations.

Calibration

The NGSE includes questions rated on a Likert scale ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 or 7 (strongly agree). The questions focus on problem-solving, facing challenges, and achieving goals.

References

Chen, G., Gully, S. M., & Eden, D. (2001). Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale: A test of construct validity. Personnel Psychology, 54(3), 621-629.
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