Arctic Interest Form
Assesses interest in jobs, travel, sports, and community life in northern regions to evaluate suitability for isolated northern environments.
Scale Development & Technical Details
Scale Overview
The Arctic Interest Form was developed by Wright, Morgan W.; Sisler, George C.; Chylinski, Joanne (1963). It is designed to measure Attitudes toward the Arctic. The scale is intended for use with Adulthood (18 years and older).
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 14 items organized into 3 factors/subscales: Attitude toward and Interest in the North, Sports and Traveling, Previous Community Size.
| Factor / Subscale | Items | N |
|---|---|---|
| Attitude toward and Interest in the North | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 | 7 |
| Sports and Traveling | 8,9,10,11,12 | 5 |
| Previous Community Size | 13,14 | 2 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a dichotomous Yes/No format.
Scoring
Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.
Psychometric Properties
Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of No reliability information provided.
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.