scholarly journals Predicting army cadets’ performance: The role of character strengths, GPA and GMA

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Henning Bang ◽  
Fredrik Nilsen ◽  
Ole Boe ◽  
Dag Erik Eilertsen ◽  
Ole Christian Lang-Ree
Keyword(s):  
Social Intelligence ◽  
Character Strengths ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Military Academy ◽  
Grade Point ◽  
General Mental Ability ◽  
Military Performance ◽  
Love Of Learning

Abstract The purpose of this study was to examine how well a set of 12 character strengths (Leadership, Integrity, Open-Mindedness, Bravery, Teamwork, Persistence, Social Intelligence, Love of Learning, Fairness, Self-Regulation, Perspective and Creativity) will predict academic performance (AP) and military performance (MP), compared to high school grade point average (GPA) and general mental ability (GMA). The study sample comprised 123 army cadets of two cohorts from the three-year bachelor's degree programme at the Norwegian Military Academy (NMA). GPA predicted AP (r = 0.32, p ≤ 0.05), but not MP (r = 0.14, n.s.), while GMA correlated significantly with neither AP nor MP. All 12 character strengths correlated significantly with MP (rs ranging from 0.27 to 0.65), and all except for Fairness correlated significantly with AP (rs ranging from 0.18 to 0.58). An average score of the 12 character strengths showed incremental validity beyond GMA and GPA in predicting both AP and MP. Our results suggest that character strengths should be considered when selecting and training army cadets.

Character Strengths in Counselors: Relations With Meaningful Work and Burnout

2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 151-166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Blake A. Allan ◽  
Rhea L. Owens ◽  
Richard P. Douglass
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Social Intelligence ◽  
Character Strengths ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Meaningful Work ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Mediating Effect ◽  
Regression Analyses ◽  
Population Means ◽  
Love Of Learning

The primary goal of this study was to examine the relations from counselors’ character strengths to burnout via the potential mediating effect of meaningful work. We also compared mean levels of counselors’ character strengths to population means and conducted regression analyses to examine which character strengths uniquely predicted meaningful work and burnout. Counselors in our sample reported significantly higher levels on 13 of the 24 character strengths compared to a normed sample, with strengths like love of learning, perspective, and social intelligence being particularly elevated. Additionally, regression analyses revealed that prudence and hope predicted both meaningful work and burnout; love, perspective, and zest predicted meaningful work; and forgiveness, honesty, and self-regulation predicted burnout. These character strengths were included in the final structural equation model. Partially supporting hypotheses, prudence, perspective, and zest were related to meaningful work, which were, in turn, negatively related to burnout.

Women are the Better Halves: Gender-based Variations in Virtues and Character Strengths

2021 ◽  
pp. 097168582110399
Author(s):  
Waqar Husain
Keyword(s):  
Gender Roles ◽  
Social Intelligence ◽  
Character Strengths ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Love Of Learning ◽  
Rating Form ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
Virtues And Character Strengths ◽  
Better Than

Several feminists have been arguing on the superiority of women over men. This debate, instead of being biological, revolves around the gender roles and moral characteristics of humans, based on which women have been regarded better than men. The current study supported this claim by involving 620 participants, including men and women. Character Strengths Rating Form (Ruch et al., 2014) was used to obtain data. Women projected significantly higher levels on a variety of character strengths as compared to men. The results revealed that women had significantly higher levels of wisdom, justice, curiosity, love of learning, social intelligence, leadership and appreciation of beauty and excellence. The overall picture confirmed women to be more virtuous than men.

scholarly journals Character strengths and virtues in the Greek cultural context

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 35
Author(s):  
Christos Pezirkianidis ◽  
Eirini Karakasidou ◽  
Anastassios Stalikas ◽  
Despina Moraitou ◽  
Vicky Charalambous
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Context ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Character Strengths ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Negative Experiences ◽  
Gender And Age ◽  
Love Of Learning ◽  
Gender And Age Differences ◽  
Adequate Reliability

The aim of the present study was to examine the conceptual framework of character strengths in the Greek cultural context and, to do so, the factor structure of the Greek version of the Values In Action-120 (VIA-120) inventory of strengths was explored. A lifespan sample of 3,211 Greek adults was used to examine the factorial structure and psychometric characteristics of the measurement. The results indicated that the structure of the 24 character strengths was confirmed and a model of five virtues has emerged. The similarities and differences between the Greek and other cultures’ models are being discussed. The VIA-114GR demonstrated adequate reliability, convergent validity to wellbeing indices, and discriminant validity to negative experiences. Gender and age differences were found in several strengths and virtues. Also, the findings showed that the five signature strengths of the Greek sample were kindness, love, honesty, fairness, and persistence and the five bottom strengths were love of learning, spirituality, perspective, modesty, and self-regulation. Limitations, recommendations for future studies, and practical implications for the use of VIA-114GR are being discussed.

scholarly journals Revisiting the hierarchical structure of the 24 VIA character strengths: Three global dimensions may suffice to capture their essence

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melanie Viola Partsch ◽  
Matthias Bluemke ◽  
Clemens M. Lechner
Keyword(s):  
Character Strengths ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Analytic Solutions ◽  
Character Trait ◽  
Analytic Structure ◽  
Levels Of Abstraction ◽  
Total N ◽  
Factor Analytic ◽  
The Hierarchical Structure ◽  
Trait Space

Peterson and Seligman's (2004) values-in-action (VIA) framework maps 24 character strengths onto six more abstract virtues through a theoretical classification. However, compared to other individual difference constructs, there is little consensus about the factor-analytic structure of the VIA trait space. Applying Horn’s parallel analysis, Goldberg’s Bass-ackwards approach, and cross-country congruency analysis, we scrutinize the factor-analytic solutions-hierarchy of the 24 VIA strengths with the aim to identify one or more useful global levels of abstraction (akin to the Big Five, HEXACO/Big Six, or personality metatraits). We assessed the 24 character strengths with the psychometrically refined IPIP-VIA-R inventory in two large and heterogeneous samples from Germany and UK (total N ≈ 2,000). Results suggested that three global dimensions suffice to capture the essence of character strengths: Level III recovered more than 50% of the total variation of the 24 character strengths in well-interpretable, global/general, cross-culturally replicable dimensions. We provisionally labeled them positivity, dependability, and mastery. Their superordinate Level-II-dimensions were reminiscent of the “Big Two” personality metatraits Dynamism and Social Self-Regulation. Our results advance the understanding of the VIA character trait space and may serve as a basis for developing scales to assess these global dimensions.

Emotional intelligence competencies in engineer’s effectiveness and engagement

2017 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 70-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Boyatzis ◽  
Kylie Rochford ◽  
Kevin V. Cavanagh
Keyword(s):  
Social Intelligence ◽  
Explanatory Power ◽  
Corporate Training ◽  
Training And Development ◽  
Shared Vision ◽  
Mental Ability ◽  
Content Type ◽  
General Mental Ability ◽  
Source Data

Purpose Little research has explored the importance of interpersonal skills, and more specifically, emotional and social intelligence (ESI) competencies for an engineer’s effectiveness or engagement. Furthermore, to the knowledge, no studies have explored the explanatory power of ESI over and above general mental ability and personality for engineers. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach In this study the authors gathered multi-source data for 40 engineers in a multi-national manufacturing company. Findings The authors found that ESI as observed by their peers significantly predicted engineer effectiveness (ΔR2=0.313), while general mental ability (g) and personality did not. In the same study, an engineer’s engagement in their work was significantly predicted by the degree of shared vision within their teams, while g, personality and ESI did not predict engagement. Research limitations/implications The authors explore the implications of the findings for corporate training and development, undergraduate education, and graduate education of engineers. Originality/value The authors draw on 30 years of longitudinal studies showing ESI and quality of relationships can be significantly improved with the appropriate pedagogy emphasizing the building of one’s vision, developmental approaches to ESI, developing a shared vision with others, and inspirational coaching.

First-Year College Students’ Time Use

2016 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jordan Thibodeaux ◽  
Aaron Deutsch ◽  
Anastasia Kitsantas ◽  
Adam Winsler
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Time Use ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
First Year ◽  
Grade Point ◽  
First Semester ◽  
First Year College ◽  
Self Regulated Learning ◽  
Regulated Learning ◽  
First Year College Students

How students manage their time is critical for academic performance and is an important component of self-regulated learning. The purpose of the present study was to examine relationships among first-year college students’ ( N = 589) time use, academic self-regulation, and target and actual grade point average (GPA) at three time points. Findings showed that students planned and spent less time on academics than socializing and work obligations in their first semester. Students generally planned to spend more time on academics in the second semester. Academic time use (planned and actual academic hours) related to higher self-regulated learning and target GPA in the first and second semester. Students who were farther away from their first-semester target lowered their second-semester target GPA instead of planning more time in academics. Students exceeding their target first-semester GPA planned to socialize more in the second semester. Orientation and transition programs that assist students may need to revisit time management and planning midway through the year to address potentially inadequate self-regulated learning in the first year of college.

Reliability Generalization as a Seal of Quality of Substantive Meta-Analyses: The Case of the VIA Inventory of Strengths (VIA-IS) and Their Relationships to Life Satisfaction

2018 ◽  
Vol 122 (3) ◽  
pp. 1167-1188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mercedes Ovejero Bruna ◽  
Andreea C. Brabete ◽  
Jesús M. Alvarado Izquierdo
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Character Strengths ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Reliability Estimation ◽  
Assessment Instrument ◽  
Sample Type ◽  
Reliability Generalization ◽  
The Relationship

Reliable test scores are essential to interpret the results obtained in statistical analyses correctly. In this study, we used the Values in Action Inventory of Strengths (VIA-IS) as an example of a widely applied assessment instrument to analyze its metric quality in what is known as reliability generalization (RG). In addition, we conducted a meta-analysis of the correlations between character strengths and life satisfaction to examine the potential relationship between the reliability of test scores and the intensity of these correlations. The overall variability of alpha coefficients supports the argument that reliability is sample dependent. Indeed, there were statistically significant mean reliability differences for scores across the 24 scales, with the highest level of reliability observed for Creativity and the lowest for scores on Self-regulation. Significant moderators such as the standard deviation of the scores and the sample type contribute to understand the high variability observed in the reliability estimation. The second meta-analysis showed that Zest, Hope, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Love were the character strengths that were highly related to life satisfaction, while Modesty and Prudence were less related to life satisfaction. Furthermore, the high heterogeneity between samples might be an indicator of the relationship between the variability of reliability of character strengths' scores and the intensity of their correlations with life satisfaction. Those character strengths with high-potential RG are related or unrelated to life satisfaction, whereas character strengths with less-potential RG showed unstable correlation patterns. The results of both studies point out the role of the relationship between the reliability of test scores and substantive studies, such as Pearson's correlations meta-analysis.

The Benefits and Liabilities of Risk-Taking Propensity and Confidence at the U.S. Military Academy

2020 ◽  
pp. 0095327X2097337
Author(s):  
Hillary S. Schaefer ◽  
Andrew G. Farina ◽  
Dave I. Cotting ◽  
Eliot S. Proctor ◽  
Cheveso L. Cook ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Taking ◽  
Social Identity Theory ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Individual Risk ◽  
Military Academy ◽  
Grade Point ◽  
Risk Takers ◽  
The Military ◽  
The U.S

The military environment presents an intersection between a setting featuring unavoidable risk and individual risk-taking propensity; prior work suggests risk-takers have positive and negative outcomes here, and messaging about risk-taking in the military is mixed. The current study used social identity theory to examine how self-reported risk propensity related to three identities/outcomes among cadets at the U.S. Military Academy: attributes of an archetypal “Model Soldier” (physical and military excellence), “Model Student” (grade point average, service positions, and behavior), and Military Values (bravery, duty, and resilience). Structural equation modeling demonstrated that risk-taking was positively related to our Model Soldier and Military Values identities but negatively associated with being a Model Student. Additionally, high-risk-taking cadets were viewed by peers and instructors as confident but prone to judgment, self-discipline, and insight difficulties, suggesting overconfidence among risk-takers. Quantified as a difference between confidence and self-discipline, judgment, and insight, overconfidence mediated the relationship between risk-taking and the three identities, suggesting overconfidence drives both positive and negative associations with risk-taking. Military and leadership implications are presented.

scholarly journals Promoting character strengths through the Growing Up Strong Program: The students’ perspective

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-97
Author(s):  
Diego García-Álvarez ◽  
María José Soler ◽  
Rubia Cobo-Rendón
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Secondary School Students ◽  
Subjective Experience ◽  
Character Strengths ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Growing Up ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Strong Program

The purpose of this article is to report on levels of satisfaction, applicability and subjective experience in relation to the Growing Up Strong Program for secondary school students from the perspective of its users. The objectives of the research were to assess the level of satisfaction of student users with the Growing Up Strong Program; to explore the applicability of the learning generated by the program according to its participants; and to learn about their subjective experience of applying the character strengths promoted by the program. The study consisted of a cross-sectional descriptive survey of 590 secondary school students from seven different schools, using a validated data collection instrument. The respondents reported good levels of satisfaction with the Growing Up Strong Program and confirmed the applicability of the learning received in relation to self-regulation, social intelligence, gratitude, courage and open-mindedness in intrapersonal and interpersonal contexts. The results of the study confirm positive levels of user satisfaction, applicability and subjective experiences based on the lessons in positive psychology promoted by the program.

scholarly journals Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Kelulusan Uji Kompetensi Ners di Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat Universitas Muslim Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 51-60
Author(s):  
Siti Hardianty Massi ◽  
Wa Ode Sri Asnaniar ◽  
Tutik Agustini
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Grade Point Average ◽  
Health Effect ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Grade Point ◽  
Nursing Competence ◽  
Nurse Competence ◽  
Competence Test ◽  
Evaluation Of Learning

Competence test is evaluation of learning and it can be used as a measure of success and problem that often faced and to test the ability of nurse whether they are competent or not. Objective to determine the effect of health, motivation, preparation, grade point average of S1 and ners toward the passing of competence test in public health of muslim university of Indonesia. Methods of this research uses cross sectional analytic with quantitative approach. For determining the sample done with accidental sampling with a large sample of 210 respondents.Results it was found that there was not health effect with the passing of the nurse competence test (p=0,125), and there is an influences of motivation (p=0,000), preparation (p=0,000), grade point average of S1 (p=0,000), Ners (p=0,000) with the nursing competence test.Conclusion of this research is only motivation, preparation, grade point average of S1 and ners have any influence with nurse competence test. Option in health has not influence with the graduation of nurse competence test in public health faculty of muslim university of Indonesia. Therefore, it is expected that students of the professional nurses program can optimize about their academic self-regulation. As well as physical condition related to health in taking the competence test, there are who support it will get competent result.

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