Scale Overview
The Dimensions of Religious Commitment Scale – Belief Orthodoxy Subscale was developed by Charles Y. Glock and Rodney Stark (1966). It is designed to measure Religious Belief Orthodoxy. The scale is intended for use with Adults.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 6 items.
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a dichotomous Yes/No format.
The scale includes 1 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.
Scoring
Items are summed to produce a total score.
Total scores range from 0 to 6. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Orthodoxy: 0 – 2
- Moderate Orthodoxy: 3 – 4
- High Orthodoxy: 5 – 6
Psychometric Properties
Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of Not reported.
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 2 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.