Theory and Measurement of Test Anxiety as a Situation-Specific Trait
Abstract
Attacked by proponents of situationism and interactionism, the trait model of personality has begun to change in its appearance. Specific reference to situational variables in the design of trait tests provides a useful step in the refinement of trait theory. In anxiety research, such tests have been classified as situation-specific trait anxiety measures (Spielberger et al., 1976; Spielber-ger & Vagg, 1987). They assess individual differences in the disposition to react with anxiety to selected stressful situations, such as examinations or giving speeches.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Psychology of Development and Education
Technology and Human Factors in Education and Health
Education and Professional Development
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Test Anxiety
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Pages
- 47–58
- Publication date
- 27 May 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter