Scales measuring interest in learning sustainability competencies, their Cronbach’s alphas and ranges of the item factor loadings
| Scales (range 1–7) . | Items . | Ranges of the item factor loadings . | Cronbach’s alpha . | Mean (SD) . |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical thinking | Evaluating knowledge from different perspectives Questioning knowledge Identifying central knowledge in your field Seeking domain-specific knowledge from different sources Analysing knowledge Solving domain-specific problems | 0.52–0.76 | 0.83 | 6.04 (0.80) |
| Values thinking | Understanding ethical questions related to sustainability Understanding the philosophical questions related to sustainability Understanding the relationship between humans and the environment, and grasping the notion of limits to growth Understanding sustainable development in the context of your own studies, and understanding its interconnections to your field of study | 0.76–0.86 | 0.85 | 6.04 (0.80) |
| Interpersonal competence | Verbal communication of domain-specific knowledge Communicating domain-specific knowledge in a foreign language Providing convincing arguments for your own conclusions Working in a group Goal-oriented work with others Goal-oriented negotiation with others Leading group work | 0.54–0.82 | 0.86 | 5.24 (1.14) |
| Self-regulation | Planning your own use of time Taking responsibility of your own studies Evaluating your own competencies Organising your own activities | 0.35–0.84 | 0.80 | 5.50 (1.11) |
| Collaborative use of digital technology | Using various digital applications Using technology to advance collaborative work Developing products collaboratively by using technology | 0.72–0.87 | 0.87 | 4.84 (1.36) |
| Scales (range 1–7) . | Items . | Ranges of the item factor loadings . | Cronbach’s alpha . | Mean (SD) . |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical thinking | Evaluating knowledge from different perspectives Questioning knowledge Identifying central knowledge in your field Seeking domain-specific knowledge from different sources Analysing knowledge Solving domain-specific problems | 0.52–0.76 | 0.83 | 6.04 (0.80) |
| Values thinking | Understanding ethical questions related to sustainability Understanding the philosophical questions related to sustainability Understanding the relationship between humans and the environment, and grasping the notion of limits to growth Understanding sustainable development in the context of your own studies, and understanding its interconnections to your field of study | 0.76–0.86 | 0.85 | 6.04 (0.80) |
| Interpersonal competence | Verbal communication of domain-specific knowledge Communicating domain-specific knowledge in a foreign language Providing convincing arguments for your own conclusions Working in a group Goal-oriented work with others Goal-oriented negotiation with others Leading group work | 0.54–0.82 | 0.86 | 5.24 (1.14) |
| Self-regulation | Planning your own use of time Taking responsibility of your own studies Evaluating your own competencies Organising your own activities | 0.35–0.84 | 0.80 | 5.50 (1.11) |
| Collaborative use of digital technology | Using various digital applications Using technology to advance collaborative work Developing products collaboratively by using technology | 0.72–0.87 | 0.87 | 4.84 (1.36) |