Part 1: Demographic Data
Name (last/first): _______________________/________________________ (optional)
Date of Birth (month/day/year) _______/_______/________
Age:   _____ 17-19
       _____ 20-22
       _____ 23-25
Gender:___ Male
        ___ Female
Year/Level: ____ First Year
           ____ Second Year
           ____ Third Year
           ____ Fourth Year
Part II. General Self Efficacy Scale
Schwarzer & Jerusalem (1995) used the general self-efficacy scale (GSE) to assess a general sense
of perceived self-efficacy with the goal of predicting daily coping as well as adaptation following
a variety of stressful life events. Responses are made on a 4-point scale, with participants scoring
from 1 to 4, with 1 being "not all true" and 4 being "exactly true." Sum up the responses to all 10
Part III. EMI: Critical Thinking Disposition Assessment
                          EMI: Critical Thinking Disposition Assessment
 Directions: Indicate how much you agree or disagree with each numbered statement by circling
 the appropriate number. 1 = Strongly disagree, 2 = Disagree, 3 = Uncertain, 4 = Agree, 5 =
 Strongly agree.
                                                                               SD   D   U   A   SA
1.    I listen carefully to the opinions of others even when they disagree 1        2   3   4   5
      with me.
2.    I look for opportunities to solve problems.                              1    2   3   4   5
3.    I am interested in many issues.                                          1    2   3   4   5
4.    I enjoy learning about many topics.                                      1    2   3   4   5
5.    I am able to relate to a wide variety of issues.                         1    2   3   4   5
6.    I ask lots of questions in a learning environment.                       1    2   3   4   5
7.    I enjoy finding answers to challenging questions.                        1    2   3   4   5
8.    I am a good problem solver.                                              1    2   3   4   5
9.    I am confident that I can reach a reasonable conclusion.                 1    2   3   4   5
10.   I strive to be well informed.                                            1    2   3   4   5
11.   I am likely to change my opinion when I am given new information         1    2   3   4   5
      that conflicts with my current opinion.
12.   I enjoy solving problems.                                                1    2   3   4   5
13.   I try to consider the facts and not let my biases affect my decisions.   1    2   3   4   5
14.   I am able to apply my knowledge to a wide variety of issues.             1    2   3   4   5
15.   I enjoy learning even when I am not in school.                           1    2   3   4   5
16.   I can get along with people who do not share my opinions.                1    2   3   4   5
17.   I am able to explain things clearly.                                     1    2   3   4   5
18.   I ask good questions when trying to clarify a solution.                  1    2   3   4   5
19.   I present issues in a clear and precise manner.                          1    2   3   4   5
20.   I consider how my own biases affect my opinions.                         1    2   3   4   5
21.   I search for the truth even when it makes me uncomfortable.              1    2   3   4   5
22.   I keep on working on things until I get them right.                      1    2   3   4   5
23.   I will go out of my way to find the right answers to a problem.          1    2   3   4   5
24.   I try to find multiple solutions to problems.                            1    2   3   4   5
25.   I ask many questions when making a decision.                             1    2   3   4   5
26.   I believe that most problems have more than one solution.                1    2   3   4   5
Reference:
Schwarzer, R., & Jerusalem, M. (1995). Generalized Self-Efficacy scale. In J. Weinman, S.
Wright, & M. Johnston, Measures in health psychology: A user’s portfolio. Causal and control
beliefs (pp. 35-37). Windsor, UK: NFER-NELSON.
Ricketts, John & Rudd, Rick. (2004). The Relationship between Critical Thinking Dispositions
and Critical Thinking Skills of Selected Youth Leaders in the National FFA Organization.
Journal
of Southern Agricultural Education Research. 54