Description

The Multidimensional Gender Consciousness Questionnaire (MGCQ) is a tool designed to assess the various dimensions of individuals’ consciousness and attitudes regarding gender. This scale examines aspects such as beliefs about gender, understanding of gender, and the impact of social and cultural representations of gender on individual attitudes and behaviors.

Objective

The objectives of the Multidimensional Gender Consciousness Questionnaire are:
Assessment of Gender Consciousness: To evaluate individuals’ views, beliefs, and attitudes about gender and the nature of social and cultural expectations.
Understanding Cultural Influences: To analyze how cultural and social representations influence individuals’ perceptions of gender and gender relations.
Supporting Interventions and Educational Programs: To provide data that can be used to develop interventions and educational programs that promote gender equality and strengthen awareness of gender issues.

Analysis

The analysis of data from the Multidimensional Gender Consciousness Questionnaire includes:
Data Collection: Participants respond to questions evaluating various aspects of gender consciousness, such as attitudes toward gender relations, social expectations, and personal beliefs.
Categorization of Attitudes: Responses are categorized to identify the main dimensions of gender consciousness and the relationships among them.
Statistical Analysis: Statistical methods are used to analyze the data and understand the relationships between dimensions of gender consciousness and other parameters, such as education, socioeconomic status, and age.

Scoring

The scoring of the Multidimensional Gender Consciousness Questionnaire includes:
Use of Likert Scales: Participants rate statements related to gender consciousness on Likert scales (e.g., from 1 to 5), indicating the strength of their agreement or disagreement.
Calculation of Indices: Responses are aggregated to calculate indices for the main dimensions of gender consciousness.
Analysis of Relationships: The connection between gender consciousness indices and other variables, such as participants’ personal or professional status, is examined.

References

Bem, S. L. (1974). The Measurement of Psychological Androgyny. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology.
Gilligan, C. (1982). In a Different Voice: Psychological Theory and Women’s Development. Harvard University Press.
Connell, R. W. (2005). Masculinities. University of California Press.
Kimmel, M. (2008). The Gendered Society. Oxford University Press.