Table 2.

URSSA scale items and internal reliability analysis, measured by Cronbach's alpha coefficient

URSSA survey subscale	Number of items	Sample items (Prompt: How much did you gain in the following areas as a result of your most recent research experience?)	Cronbach's alpha coefficient (α)
Thinking and Working Like a Scientist: Applying Knowledge to Research Work	9	Analyzing data for patterns Figuring out the next steps in a research project Problem solving in general	0.92
Personal/Professional Gains	6	Confidence in my ability to contribute to science Confidence in my ability to do research	0.90
Becoming a Scientist/Professional	4	Ability to work independently Developing patience with the slow pace of research	0.84