Global Self-Efficacy Scale - Short Form is a 6-item adaptation of the 17-item scale by Sherer et al (1982). The measure assesses an individual’s perceptions of his or her ability to attempt and accomplish difficult tasks.
Geographies Tested: United States of America
Populations Included: Female, Male
Age Range: Adults
1. If I can’t do a job the first time, I keep trying until I can.
2. I give up on things before completing them.*
3.If something looks complicated, I won't bother trying it.*
4. Failure just makes me try harder.
5. I feel insecure about my ability to do things.*
6. I am a self-reliant person.
Response Options:
Strongly disagree - 1
Disagree - 2
Neither agree nor disagree - 3
Agree - 4
Strongly agree - 5
*Items are reverse scored
The mean of the items is calculated for the scale score. Higher score represent higher self-efficacy.
Buchanan, T., & Selmon, N. (2008). Race and gender differences in self-efficacy: Assessing the role of gender role attitudes and family background. Sex Roles, 58(11-12), 822-836. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11199-008-9389-3
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