Self-Report Measure

Overview

What it measures: Curiosity—the intrinsic drive to seek new information and experiences, ask questions, explore unknowns, and find joy in discovery.

Source: Adapted from Kashdan et al. (2009). Curiosity and Exploration Inventory-II: Development, factor structure, and psychometrics. Journal of Research in Personality, 43(6), 987-998.

When to use: Pre/post assessment in courses emphasizing inquiry, exploration, student-centered pedagogy, or playful learning. Works well in large or small classes.

Completion time: 2-3 minutes

Items & Response Scale

Instructions to participants:

Please rate how well each statement describes you. Think about your approach to learning and discovering new things.

Response scale: 1 = Strongly disagree … 5 = Strongly agree

Curiosity Items (1-5 scale)

1. I actively seek as much information as I can in new situations.
2. I am the type of person who really enjoys the uncertainty of everyday life.
3. I am at my best when doing something that is complex or challenging.
4. Everywhere I go, I am out looking for new things or experiences.
5. I view challenging situations as an opportunity to grow and learn.
6. I like to do things that are a little frightening.
7. I am always looking for experiences that challenge how I think about myself and the world.
8. I prefer jobs that are excitingly unpredictable.