Description of the Inventory

Ambivalent Sexism Inventory (ASI-21): The ASI-21 is a questionnaire designed to measure two types of ambivalent sexism:
Benevolent Sexism: Focuses on a protective and sensitive attitude towards women, combined with the perception that women need protection and support.
Hostile Sexism: Associated with negative evaluation and aggression towards women who challenge traditional gender roles.

Data Analysis

Data analysis from the ASI-21 involves the following steps:
Data Collection: The tool is usually completed by participants in the form of a questionnaire, where responses are scored on a Likert scale (e.g., from 1 = “Strongly Disagree” to 5 = “Strongly Agree”).
Statistical Analysis: The data are analyzed to calculate the indicators for each dimension of sexism. The analysis may include:
Descriptive Statistics: Means, standard deviations.
Factor Analysis: Using factor analysis to confirm that the items group into the two dimensions.
Reliability: Assessment of the internal consistency of the tool, often using Cronbach’s alpha.
Interpretation: The resulting scores can be used to understand participants’ attitudes towards the two types of sexism and to analyze the impact of ambivalent sexist attitudes on their behaviors and beliefs.

Purpose

The main purpose of the ASI-21 is to measure ambivalent sexist attitudes that combine protective as well as negative views towards women. The tool allows for understanding how social and cultural perceptions of gender affect attitudes and behaviors towards women.

Calibration

The calibration of the ASI-21 involves using the Likert scale to record participants’ perceptions, followed by statistical analysis to determine the reliability and validity of the results. Statistical methods for analysis include using tools such as SPSS or R for processing the data and drawing conclusions about participants’ attitudes.

Bibliography

Glick, P., & Fiske, S. T. (1996). “The Ambivalent Sexism Inventory: Differentiating Hostile and Benevolent Sexism.” Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 70(3), 491-512.
Glick, P., & Fiske, S. T. (1999). “Sexism and Gender Inequality: Historical, Cultural, and International Perspectives.” European Review of Social Psychology, 10, 93-134.
Glick, P., & Fiske, S. T. (2001). “An Ambivalent Alliance: Hostile and Benevolent Sexism as Complementary Justifications for Gender Inequality.” American Psychologist, 56(2), 109-118.