Author
Marcus, Justin, Fritzsche, B. A., Le, H., Reeves, M. D.
Publication Date
2016
Publication Place
-
Emerald Group
Subject
Stereotypes, Older workers, Ageism, Age-based stereotypes
Type
Periodical
Language
English
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Library
Özyeğin University
Library Asset ID
0268-3946
Record ID
4c9ae55d-1e01-4564-bbb2-4a6819cb0443
Library Location
Psychology
Date
2016
Sample Text
The purpose of this paper is to focus on developing and validating a multidimensional measure of work-related age-based stereotypes (WAS) scale. Based upon a review of the literature, a three-dimensional stereotype content model including both negative (incompetence, inadaptability) and positive (warmth) stereotypes of older workers was created. Construct, convergent, discriminant, and criterion-related validity for the WAS scale were examined across three independent samples constituting both lab-based experimental studies and a field-based survey (total n=1,245). Across all samples, the WAS evidenced good construct, convergent, discriminant, and criterion-related validity. As evidenced by a review of the literature, the WAS is unique in that it measures both negative and positive stereotypes of older workers. Implications for research are discussed.
DOI
10.1108/JMP-11-2014-0320
Cilt
31
