Research on the RJ model, using the RCI

How does the RCI relate to the RJI?

Similar to the RJI, the RCI is intended to measure reflective judgment. Correlations between the RJI and RCI have been in the low .40's, which suggests the RCI measures a construct related to (but not identical with) the RJI (Wood, Kitchener, & Jensen, 2002). Additionally, the RCI score has been able to detect changes in reflective thinking over time and educational level differences in a manner similar to previous data gathered on the RJI. Those interpreting RJI performance have stressed the fact that such performance reflects a 'functional' or 'everyday' performance level, which may hide the depth of sophistication individuals are capable of producing if given appropriate opportunities to practice and to receive feedback. Although it is a recognition rather than a production task, the RCI is also a measure of functional rather than optimal level performance (Please see Kitchener, 2002; Kitchener & Fischer, 1990; Wood, Kitchener, & Jensen, 2002; King & Kitchener, 2002, 2004).

Are there RCI norms?

An ongoing meta-analysis project is underway, utilizing the data which are contributed by researchers and program assessment administrators whose projects use the RCI. Updates on this project will be posted to this website, so please bookmark it for your future reference.

Are there published articles using the RCI?

Researchers and program assessment administrators are asked to submit their research articles and published reports so they may be shared with others interested in the RCI. Links to those articles and reports will be published on this web site as they become available.