Adaptation of Five-Dimensional Curiosity Scale among University Students

Abstract

The present research involved a two-phase process for translating and validating the “Five-Dimensional Curiosity Scale” (5DC) in Urdu. The initial phase focused on completing forward and backward translations of the instrument, while the subsequent phase concentrated on evaluating its psychometric properties. A diverse sample of 620 participants was recruited from various universities and colleges for this validation study. The scale demonstrated excellent reliability with a coefficient of .90. Confirmatory factor analysis revealed strong model fit indices, supporting the structural validity of the measure. Both dimensions of the scale exhibited robust internal consistency. The goodness-of-fit statistics were particularly noteworthy: goodness-of-fit index (GFI) = .938, adjusted goodness-of-fit index (AGFI) = .783, comparative fit index (CFI) = .953, incremental fit index (IFI) = .953, and root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA) = .014. Additionally, both dimensions showed satisfactory values for composite reliability and convergent validity. The results strongly supported the scale's convergent validity through meaningful positive associations with Openness to Experience, Extraversion, and Agreeableness personality dimensions, along with the Curiosity and Exploration Inventory-II. High correlations between the five subcomponents - Deprivation Sensitivity, Social Curiosity, Stress Tolerance, Thrill Seeking, and Joyous Exploration - demonstrated excellent internal reliability. The measure's discriminant validity was confirmed by its negative relationships with Conscientiousness, Neuroticism, and Social Distance scales. Together, these findings verify that the Urdu adaptation of the 5DC maintains robust psychometric properties for assessing curiosity's multiple facets. This culturally adapted instrument offers significant advantages for studying Urdu-speaking communities, as assessing personality characteristics in participants' native language enhances response accuracy and the authenticity of obtained data in personality and social psychology investigations.

Keywords; Adaptation, Five-Dimensional Curiosity Scale, University Students, Social Psychology