Description

The Transpersonal Orientation to Learning Scale (TOLS) assesses the learning approach from a transpersonal perspective. It includes questions that examine:
Self-Awareness and Inner Development: How learners focus on personal growth and self-awareness through learning.
Spirituality and Coherence: Examines the connection of learning with spiritual or transpersonal values and goals.
Perception of Learning as a Life Process: How learners view learning as part of their overall life process and spiritual journey.
Collaboration and Relationships: Evaluates the importance placed on collaboration and relationships with others in the educational process.
Participants usually rate the statements on a scale of agreement, e.g., from “strongly disagree” to “strongly agree.”

Purpose

The purpose of TOLS is to:
Assess Transpersonal Aspects of Learning: Examine how learners or participants approach learning based on transpersonal values and goals.
Explore Relationships with Spirituality: Understand the connection between spirituality and learning approaches.
Enhance Educational Practices: Provide data that can help shape educational programs that incorporate spiritual and transpersonal dimensions.

Analysis

The analysis of TOLS includes:
Categorization of Data: Grouping responses to categorize aspects of the transpersonal approach to learning.
Synthesis of Results: Examining the results to highlight patterns and preferences of participants regarding the transpersonal dimension of learning.
Reliability and Validity: Evaluating the scale’s reliability through internal consistency (e.g., Cronbach’s α coefficient) and its validity through factor analysis.

Calibration

The calibration of TOLS includes:
Data Collection: Using the scale with various educational or organizational populations to collect data about the transpersonal approach to learning.
Statistical Analysis: Applying statistical tools to analyze the data and assess the scale’s internal consistency and validity.

References

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Miller, L. (1999). Integral Spirituality: A Manual of the Spiritual Path. State University of New York Press.
Tarnas, R. (1991). The Passion of the Western Mind: Understanding the Ideas That Have Shaped Our World View. Harmony Books.
Fowler, J. W. (1981). Stages of Faith: The Psychology of Human Development and the Quest for Meaning. HarperOne.
Pargament, K. I. (1997). Psychology and Religion: An Introduction. Guilford Press.