Actively Open-Minded Thinking About Evidence Scale, AOT-E

Online version of the Actively Open-Minded Thinking Scale (AOT), a self-report questionnaire measuring the disposition to weigh new evidence against current opinions, consider alternative viewpoints, and avoid overconfidence and premature closure in belief formation.

Developed in 1997, the scale has undergone several modifications since. The latest recommended revision comprises 13 items.

Actively Open-Minded Thinking Scale, AOT | form | sample

Authors: K. Stanovich, M. Toplak (2023)

The Actively Open-Minded Thinking About Evidence Scale (AOT-E – Revised 'opinion' version) is a short scale measuring an individual's “meta-belief” about whether beliefs ought to change in response to evidence – a stance the authors call actively open-minded thinking about evidence.

Actively Open-Minded Thinking About Evidence Scale, AOT-E | form | sample

Author: G. Pennycook et al. (2020)

This test is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute psychological advice of any kind and comes with no guarantee of accuracy or validity. The assessment is free and anonymous.

References

K. E. Stanovich, M. E. Toplak. Actively Open-Minded Thinking and Its Measurement // Journal of Intelligence, 2023. 11(2)
G. Pennycook, J. A. Cheyne, D. J. Koehler, J. A. Fugelsang. On the belief that beliefs should change according to evidence: Implications for conspiratorial, moral, paranormal, political, religious, and science beliefs // Judgment and Decision Making, 2020. 15(4)