Analysis

The Developmental Experiences Scale is used to assess experiences that contribute to an individual’s professional and personal growth. This scale examines various experiences that positively influence skill development, understanding, and performance improvement.

Objective

The goal of the scale is to evaluate the developmental experiences of
employees and their impact on professional performance.

Calibration

The scale includes various statements related to workplace training, experiences, mentoring, and self-development. Participants are asked to rate these statements on a Likert scale, typically ranging from 1 (Never) to 5 (Very Often).

References

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Day, D. V. (2001). Leadership Development: A Review in Context. The Leadership Quarterly, 11(4), 581-613.
DeRue, D. S., & Wellman, N. (2009). Developing Leaders via Experience: The Role of Developmental Challenge, Learning Orientation, and Feedback Availability. Journal of Applied Psychology, 94(4), 859-875.