Rotter's Locus of Control Scale (I-E)
Internal vs. External locus of control assessment
Do you believe your life is controlled by your own actions, or by fate, luck, and powerful others? 29-item forced-choice assessment of locus of control orientation.
What Is the Rotter I-E Scale?
The Rotter I-E Scale, developed by Julian B. Rotter in 1966, assesses generalized expectancies for internal versus external control of reinforcement.
Scoring Guide
29 total items (6 filler, 23 scored). Each external choice = 1 point. Total 0-23. Higher = more external.
Result Interpretation
After completing the 29 questions, you'll receive an immediate, detailed report with:
- Your score — calculated automatically based on your responses
- Score interpretation — what your score means in practical terms
- Context — how your results compare to general population norms where available
All results are displayed instantly on screen. No account, email, or login required.