How to measure social competences?

Social competence assessment tool. Would you like to better understand your social competences? Use our interactive tool to find out where your strengths are and which areas you could develop more. You will learn, among other things:

How you handle interpersonal relationships
How effectively you communicate with others
What your collaboration and conflict resolution skills are

This tool is useful not only for individuals, but also for lecturers and trainers who want to support the social development of their students. It can be used as a starting point for classes, workshops, or individual development discussions. Start the test now and see where you are—and what you can develop!

Academic Social Competence Scale

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Rate the extent to which you agree with each of the following statements, describing different aspects of your functioning.

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1 Strongly Disagree

2 Disagree

3 Somewhat Disagree

4 Moderately Agree

5 Somewhat Agree

6 Agree

7 Strongly Agree

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1. I adjust the way I speak to the person I am talking to, so they understand me.
2. I am able to express what I mean in a way that is clear and comprehensive for others.
3. I choose my words so that my conversation partner understands them.
4. I ask questions to make sure I have understood the other person correctly.
5. I am checking if I understood my conversation partner correctly.
6. I use my words to summarize what the other person has said.
7. I avoid speaking in the group forum.
8. I avoid situations that require public speaking.
9. I do well in public speaking.
10. During a conflict, I openly express my needs, expectations, or views.
11. During a conflict I allow the other person to express their perspective.
12. During a conflict, I focus on solving the problem.
13. During a conflict, I look for solutions satisfying for both sides.
14. I diligently fulfil my responsibilities within the team.
15. I follow the group's arrangements regarding the division of tasks and schedule.
16. I actively engage in completing the team assigned tasks.
17. When needed, I take on a leadership role in the group.
18. In group work, I ensure that each team member has a designated task.
19. While working in a group, I make sure everyone knows what to do.
20. I am a good team leader.
21. I control my emotional reactions in social settings.
22. I adjust the way I express my emotions to the situation I'm in.
23. When I am angry, I am able to control my reactions.
24. I treat people with different opinions as equal to myself.
25. I respect others regardless of who they are and what they are like.
26. When making decisions, I consider the interests of people, who might be affected by them.
27. I act with other people's good in mind.
28. I offer help when I notice someone needs it.

How to measure social competences?

Academic Social Competence Scale

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