Measuring Bridging Social Capital: Sam Scale

Adibi, M.; Yazdkhasti, B.; . Rabbani, A; Lotfyzadeh, A.

Volume 10, Issue 38 (Social Welfare Quarterly 2010) refahj 2010, 10(38): 193-220 | Back to browse issues page

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Adibi M, Yazdkhasti B, . Rabbani A, Lotfyzadeh A. (2010). Measuring Bridging Social Capital: Sam Scale. refahj. 10(38), 193-220.
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Measuring Bridging Social Capital: Sam Scale

M. Adibi ^*

, B. Yazdkhasti

, A . Rabbani

, A. Lotfyzadeh

Abstract: (8277 Views)

Objective: we measured concept of bridging social capital by a new tool . All items used in the scale are in agreement with the theoretical literature on this concept. Method: The research method was survey. The sample population was 376 students of Isfahan university which were sampled through cluster sampling of multiple stages. After making a list and confirming the validity of questions by professors of social work and sociology, its reliability was confirmed through cronbach alpha coefficient. Findings: Bridging social capital must be measured in three different dimensions: Different Interests, Different Lifestyle , and outgroups. Results: Our scale is not only highly reliable, but also valid.

Keywords: Bridging Social Capital, Heterophilous, Social Identity Complexity, Structural Holes, Weak Ties

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Received: 2011/04/18 | Published: 2010/10/15

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