Altruistic behaviour

Measures altruistic behavior, which is defined as a broad-based trait characterized by consistent patterns of generous, helping, and kind behaviors across various situations.

Constructs Being Measured

Primary
Empathy
Secondary
Responsibility

How to Access and Cite

Outcome Families

Connectedness
Awareness
Agency

 

Programmatic Purpose-terms

Classroom-level data and feedback
Program-level monitoring and evaluation

Instrument Characteristics

Type of items

20 Likert type items

Format
Self-report

Applicable Grade Levels-terms

Secondary
Primary

Supporting Research

Available Languages

Rationale

Measures only Altruism in a Western context - while the instrument is set in a Western context and the situational questions may not be universally familiar, this instrument can be adapted and contextualized if needed. This tool can be used as a sub-part of Agency where you believe that your actions have an impact on those around you.

Points to Consider

For more guidance on measuring student learning and best practices in adapting measurement tools to your contexts, check out the Portal page on Monitoring and Evaluation. You can also contact Alvin Vista (Knowledge Lead, Student Outcomes) and Robbie Dean (Director of Research) for specific questions.