What is AMPERE?
AMPERE is a research-based measure designed to understand how Adaptive and Maladaptive perfectionism show up in engineering education. It focuses on how students navigate high standards, performance pressure, and decision-making in academic contexts.
What AMPERE Measures
- Adaptive Perfectionism
Goal-setting, persistence, and motivation that support learning and growth. - Maladaptive Perfectionism
Self-criticism, fear of failure, and rigidity that interfere with well-being and performance. - Decision-making under pressure
How students respond when expectations, uncertainty, and evaluation intersect.
Who This Is For
- Engineering undergraduate students
- Graduate students in STEM fields
- (WIP) Faculty and professionals interested in research on perfectionism and performance
Participation Status
Current status: AMPERE is in the final validation phase. Opportunities to participate will be shared here when available.
Ethics
AMPERE is a research instrument and is not a diagnostic or clinical tool. Participation is voluntary, and responses are used for research purposes only.
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