The work-related flow inventory: Construction and initial validation of the WOLF

2007/12/06 by Arnold B. Bakker · 569 citations
Mathematics · Neuroscience · Psychology · Social Sciences · #Computer science #Construct (python library) #Construct validity #Convergent validity #Developmental psychology #Flow (mathematics) #Flow Experience in Various Fields #Industrial engineering #Mathematics #Mind wandering and attention #Predictive validity #Psychology #Psychometrics #Reliability (semiconductor) #Social psychology #Test validity #Transportation Planning and Optimization #Validity #Work (physics) #Work flow

paper · doi:10.1016/j.jvb.2007.11.007

published in Journal of Vocational Behavior 72(3), 400-414 (Elsevier BV)

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