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Development and Validation of the Curiosity of Climate Changes Scale
Piotr Próchniak1, Adam Ossowski1
1Institute of Psychology, University of Szczecin, Szczecin, 70-453, Poland.
Psychology Research and Behavior Management
|December 4, 2023
Summary
Researchers developed the Curiosity of Climate Changes Scale (CCCS) to measure interest in climate change. This validated and reliable tool aids research and educational programs, helping educators understand student engagement with climate change topics.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Psychology
- Climate Change Research
- Educational Measurement
Background:
- Climate change poses significant environmental and human consequences.
- Public engagement with climate change varies, with some individuals showing curiosity and investment in mitigation efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a questionnaire to measure curiosity about climate change.
- To provide a tool for researchers and educators to assess interest in climate change.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and expert evaluation to design the questionnaire.
- Psychometric analyses to determine structure, reliability, and validity.
- Correlational studies with established psychological and environmental scales.
Main Results:
- The Curiosity of Climate Changes Scale (CCCS) demonstrated a robust one-factor structure.
- The CCCS exhibited satisfactory internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.95).
- Validity was confirmed through significant correlations with general curiosity, environmental identity, climate anxiety, and other relevant constructs.
Conclusions:
- The CCCS is a valid and reliable instrument for measuring curiosity about climate change.
- The scale has practical applications for educators to gauge student interest and tailor educational strategies.
- The CCCS can inform future research on climate change engagement and behavior.
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