Likert scale

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Likert Scale

The Likert Scale (pronounced /ˈlɪk.ərt/ LIK-ərt) is a psychometric scale commonly involved in research that employs questionnaires. It is named after its inventor, psychologist Rensis Likert.

Etymology

The term "Likert Scale" is named after American social psychologist Rensis Likert, who introduced the scale in his 1932 report "A Technique for the Measurement of Attitudes."

Definition

A Likert Scale is a type of rating scale used to measure attitudes or opinions. With this scale, respondents are asked to rate items on a level of agreement.

Structure

A Likert Scale is the sum of responses on several items. Each item is a statement that the respondent may agree or disagree with. A typical scale might be: "strongly agree, agree, neutral, disagree, strongly disagree."

Related Terms

  • Psychometrics: The field of study concerned with the theory and technique of psychological measurement, which includes the measurement of knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and personality traits.
  • Questionnaire: A research instrument consisting of a series of questions for the purpose of gathering information from respondents.
  • Rensis Likert: An American social psychologist who is best known for developing the Likert Scale.
  • Rating Scale: A scale that measures a person's response to a question or statement in a survey.

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