scholarly journals Establishing the Psychometric Properties of an Interactive, Self-Regulation Assessment Battery for Young Offenders

2012 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 102-121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annemaree Carroll ◽  
Francene Hemingway ◽  
Adrian Ashman ◽  
Julie Bower
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Correctional Facility ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Goal Commitment ◽  
Young Offenders ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Performance Control ◽  
Assessment Battery ◽  
Self Reflection

This research investigated the reliability and validity of the Mindfields Assessment Battery (MAB), measuring three components of self-regulation (forethought, performance control, self-reflection) of young offenders. Participants were 57 12- to 18-year-olds from youth justice service centres, alternative education schools, and a youth correctional facility (Nmales = 46; NIndigenous = 7). Psychometric properties of the battery were sound with adequate alpha levels for the scales. The factor structure and internal reliability of three measures were replicated and validated. Positive significant correlations found between these subscales indicated consistent relationships with young people's responses to challenging situations. Prodelinquency scores were significantly positively correlated with minor misdemeanours and negatively correlated with social competency. Significant positive correlations were found between social competence and goal commitment, and self-regulation and life satisfaction. The battery provides a reliable, valid way of assessing forethought, performance control, self-reflection, and treatment amenability within the conceptual framework of self-regulation.

scholarly journals Arabic Language Surveys Measuring Mothers’ Satisfaction During Childbirth: A Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (6) ◽  
pp. 169
Author(s):  
Waleed Al Nadabi ◽  
Mohammed A Mohammed
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Face Validity ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Maternal Experience ◽  
Still Births ◽  
Interpersonal Care

PURPOSE: To review Arabic surveys used to measure maternal satisfaction. METHODOLOGY: Peer-reviewed studies published in English and Arabic since 2000 were reviewed across eight databases. Surveys were assessed by: survey construction, reliability, and validity. FINDINGS: The seven studies that met the inclusion criteria were in English and included seven different Arabic surveys. Survey items ranged from eight to 32 and were translated from English (3/7) or were originally written in Arabic (4/7). Six surveys were pilot tested. Dimensions covered by the surveys varied but all measured satisfaction about providers’ interpersonal care. Internal reliability was reported for four surveys and none reported the test-re-test results. Three studies reported content validity, one reported face validity, one reported construct validity, and none reported criterion validity. Participants’ inclusion criteria varied but all studies excluded women with still births or obstetric complications. When surveyed within hospital (3/7), participants were approached within 72 hours after delivery while those surveyed outside the hospital were approached two weeks, seven weeks, or two months after discharge. Overall, the eight-item survey was found short, well tested with good psychometric properties. CONCLUSIONS: The psychometric properties of Arabic surveys were determined in limited settings, were not well reported, and varied. The eight-item survey is a well-tested survey with good psychometric properties. Furthermore, rigorous evaluation of Arabic surveys in different contexts with wider inclusion criteria is required. Our findings will promote further research in this area and will help enhance maternal experience with childbearing.

scholarly journals DARBUOTOJŲ PSICHOLOGINIS ĮGALINIMAS: LIETUVIŠKOJO TYRIMO METODO PSICHOMETRINĖS CHARAKTERISTIKOS

Psichologija ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 47 ◽  
pp. 44-60
Author(s):  
M. Tvarijonavičius ◽  
D. Bagdžiūnienė
Keyword(s):  
Intrinsic Motivation ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Psychological Empowerment ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Motivation Scale

Straipsnyje analizuojama darbuotojų psichologinio įgalinimo problema, pristatomas lietuviškas psichologinio įgalinimo vertinimo klausimynas ir jo psichometrinės charakteristikos. Metodas parengtas dviem etapais, naudojant empirinę skalių konstravimo strategiją. Pirmajame etape, taikant grupinio interviu ir ekspertinio vertinimo metodus, parengti psichologinio įgalinimo vertinimo teiginiai. Antrajame etape atliktas empirinis tyrimas (dalyvavo 189 tiriamieji, reprezentuojantys 8 Lietuvos organizacijas). Remiantis jo rezultatais parengtas lietuviškas psichologinio įgalinimo vertinimo klausimynas. Tiriamosios faktorių analizės metodu išskirti penki faktoriai: prasmė, entuziazmas, sprendimų priėmimas, autonomija ir pasitikėjimas kompetencija. Klausimynas pasižymi dideliu vidiniu patikimumu (bendras Cronbacho α = 0,909, atskirų subskalių nuo 0,755 iki 0,880), dideliu konvergentiniu ir diskriminantiniu konstrukto validumu tiek viso klausimyno, tiek atskirų penkių skalių lygmeniu.Pagrindiniai žodžiai: psichologinis įgalinimas, psichologinio įgalinimo klausimynas, patikimumas, validumas.EMPLOYEE PSYCHOLOGICAL EMPOWERMENT: PSYCHOMETRIC PROPERTIES OF THE LITHUANIAN QUESTIONNAIREMantas Tvarijonavičius, Dalia Bagdžiūnienė SummaryEmployee psychological empowerment is treated as a multidimensional construct manifesting in several dimensions. It has been researched for several decades using various scales depending on the definition of psychological empowerment chosen by a reasercher. However, there is a lack of widely applicable, compact instruments for a reliable and valid assessment of psychological empowerment. Furthermore, there has been a lack of empowerment research in Lithuania. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to construct a Lithuanian psychological empowerment questionnaire and to evaluate its psychometric properties (reliability and validity).The strategy of the empirical construction of a questionnaire was used. At first, statements to describe the concept of psychological empowerment were generated, using group interviews and expert evaluation. Fifteen final items were included into the Lithuanian Psychological Empowerment Questionnaire (LPEQ). Then, an empirical research was performed: 189 respondents from 8 organizations filled up the LPEQ, G.M. Spreizer (1995) Psychological Empowerment Questionnaire (PEQ), B. E. Ashforth (1990) Helplessness Scale, Intrinsic Motivation Scale (Warr et al., 1979), and socio-demografic questions.The results of the study have revealed that the LPEQ has a high internal reliability (Cronbach α = 0.909). Five factors were extracted using the exploratoryfactor analysis, three items each. Psychological empowerment was defined based on five dimensions: meaning, enthusiasm, decision making, authonomy, and trust in competence. The Cronbach α was between 0.755 and 0.880 for the dimension level. These five dimensions show support for the existing models of psychological empowerment (Spreitzer, 1995; Menon, 2001), but also they supplement these models with for instance, the dimension of enthusiasm.The convergent validity of the LPEQ was confirmed by strong correlations (p < 0.01) between the LPEQ and the PEQ subscales, and the Intrinsic Motivation Scale. It was supported by a negative correlation between the LPEQ subscales and the Helplessness Scale. Based on the analysis of correlations, the discriminant validity of the LPEQ dimensions’ levels was confirmed.In conclusion, the Lithuanian Psychological Empowerment Questionnaire (LPEQ) can be characterized as an instrument with appropriate psychometricproperties for the use in research and practice. Directions for the future research in the field have been offered.Key words: psychological empowerment, psychological empowerment questionnaire, reliability, validity.

scholarly journals Propiedades psicométricas de la Escala de Gaudibilidad (Moduladores de Disfrute) para Niños y Adolescentes (EGNA).

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-76
Author(s):  
Ferran Padrós-Blázquez ◽  
María Patricia Martinez-Medina ◽  
Joan Guardia-Olmos ◽  
Ariel Graff-Guerrero
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Likelihood Estimation ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
School Students ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

La disminución de la capacidad de disfrute puede considerarse un factor de riesgo o indicador de presencia de trastornos mentales. Por ello, es de utilidad disponer de instrumentos válidos para evaluar la gaudibilidad en niños y adolescentes para desarrollar intervenciones que mejoren la gaudibilidad. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue construir y analizar las propiedades psicométricas de la Escala de Gaudibilidad para Niños y Adolescentes (EGNA). 1.264 estudiantes de primaria, secundaria y bachillerato respondieron a: EGNA, Escala de Autoestima de Rosenberg, Escalas Panas de afecto positivo y negativo para niños y adolescentes y la escala de Depresión del Centro de Estudios Epidemiológicos. Mediante un análisis factorial confirmatorio utilizando el método de estimación de máxima verosimilitud robusta se demostró un ajuste adecuado al modelo de 5 factores (Disfrute en compañía, Autoeficacia frente al aburrimiento, Sentido del humor, Imaginación e interés) relacionados. Además, se observó una consistencia interna adecuada (Cronbach α=0,794) en la escala total y en cada uno de los 5 factores. Finalmente se observó una adecuada validez concurrente y discriminante. La EGNA obtuvo adecuados indicadores respecto a su consistencia interna y validez. La EGNA es adecuada para cuantificar los niveles de gaudibilidad en niños y adolescentes. The decrease in the ability to enjoy can be considered a risk factor or marker of mental disorders. Therefore, it can be useful to have a scale to quantify gaudiebility in children and adolescents to develop strategies to improve gaudiebility. The objective of the present work was to build and analyze the psychometric properties of the Gaudiebility Scale for Children and Adolescents (GSCA). 1,264 primary, secondary and high school students responded to GSCA, Rosenberg’s self-esteem scale, Positive and Negative Affect schedule, Center of Epidemiological Studies of Depression scale. Through a confirmatory factor analysis using a robust maximum-likelihood estimation, an adequate adjustment was observed to 5 factors model (Enjoyment in Company, Self-efficacy versus boredom, Sense of humor, Imagination and Interest) related. In addition, an appropriate internal reliability (Cronbach α=0,794) was observed in the total scale and in the 5 subscales. Finally, an adequate concurrent and discriminant validities were observed. GSCA’s psychometric properties indicate appropriate internal reliability and validity. GSCA seems appropriate to quantify gaudiebility levels in children and adolescents.  

scholarly journals Psychometric Properties of the Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation Checklist: English Version

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Ivan Neil B. Gomez ◽  
Angelika Pauline Calsa ◽  
Jerika Toni Esguerra ◽  
Prince Joseph Heric Penetrante ◽  
Kenneth Porlucas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Sensory Processing ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Field Testing ◽  
English Version ◽  
Daily Life Activities ◽  
Sensory Experiences ◽  
High Internal Consistency ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Background. Sensory processing supports children’s development and abilities to participate in activities across contexts. Self-regulation skills may influence how children process various sensory experiences in daily life activities. The Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation Checklist (SPSRC) is a 130-item caregiver-reported checklist, covering children’s essential sensory processing and self-regulation performance in daily activities. Objectives. This study examines the psychometric properties of the SPSRC (English version) in measuring the sensory processing and self-regulation abilities of children. Methods. A preliminary field testing of the SPSRC-English was conducted in a sample of n = 194 children (164 without disability and 30 with a disability) to evaluate its reliability and validity properties. Results. The SPSRC-English was shown to have high internal consistency and test-retest reliability; and good discriminant, structural, and criterion validity in the sensory processing and self-regulation abilities of children with and without disability ages 4-12 years. Conclusion. The current study provides initial evidence on the reliability and validity of SPSRC-English in measuring the sensory processing and self-regulation abilities in children with and without a disability. The SPSRC-English may provide salient information supporting the understanding of sensory processing difficulties among children.

The Psychometric Properties of the Learning Style Inventory and the Learning Style Questionnaire: Two Normative Measures of Learning Styles

2000 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 44-52 ◽  
Author(s):  
Glynis E. Pickworth ◽  
Willem J. Schoeman
Keyword(s):  
Learning Styles ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Learning Ability ◽  
First Year ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Learning Abilities ◽  
Learning Style Inventory ◽  
Learning Styles Inventory

David Kolb has provided a detailed, useful and widely accepted theory of experiential learning and learning styles. He developed the Learning Styles Inventory (LSI) to assess four learning abilities and four learning styles. Kolb's work is viewed favourably for establishing the existence of individual differences in learning styles, but the major criticism against his work is focused on his method of measuring learning styles and more specifically on the psychometric properties of the LSI. The LSI is an ipsative instrument and the limitations placed on the statistical analysis of data of ipsative measures makes it inappropriate for reliability and validity evaluation of the instrument. In this study the psychometric properties of two normative measures of learning styles, a normative version of the LSI (referred to as the LSI-Likert) and the Learning Style Questionnaire (LSQ), are investigated. A review of the literature on the LSI is presented and the development of normative versions of the LSI is reviewed. First-year university students registered for either a science or human sciences degree completed the two normative instruments. The internal reliability of the four learning ability scales was determined using alpha coefficient. The internal reliability of the LSI-Likert and LSQ was found to be relatively high. The presence of a response bias for both instruments was suspected. It appeared that the LSI-Likert was more successful than the LSQ in differentiating learning abilities and styles in the sample used. Item factor analysis demonstrated two bipolar factors in line with Kolb's theory for the LSQ. The four-factor solution for the LSI-Likert produced four factors which to some extent represented the four learning abilities.

scholarly journals Reliability and validity of the Attributional Style Questionnaire- Survey in people with multiple sclerosis

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ian I. Kneebone ◽  
Sophie J. Dewar
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Attributional Style ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Postal Survey ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Attributional Style Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Comparison Measures

Background: The current study aimed to examine the psychometric properties of an attributional style measure that can be administered remotely, to people who have multiple sclerosis (MS). Methods: A total of 495 participants with MS were recruited. Participants completed the Attributional Style Questionnaire-Survey (ASQ-S) and two comparison measures of cognitive variables via postal survey on three occasions, each 12 months apart. Internal reliability, test-retest reliability and congruent validity were considered. Results: The internal reliability of the ASQ-S was good (α > 0.7). The test-retest correlations were significant, but failed to reach the 0.7 set. The congruent validity of the ASQ-S was established relative to the comparisons. Conclusions: The psychometric properties of the ASQ-S indicate that it shows promise as a tool for researchers investigating depression in people with MS and is likely sound to use clinically in this population.

Reliability and Validity of the Short Schema Mode Inventory (SMI)

2010 ◽  
Vol 38 (4) ◽  
pp. 437-458 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jill Lobbestael ◽  
Michiel van Vreeswijk ◽  
Philip Spinhoven ◽  
Erik Schouten ◽  
Arnoud Arntz
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Axis Ii ◽  
Schema Modes ◽  
Adequate Test ◽  
Axis I ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Background: This study presents a new questionnaire to assess schema modes: the Schema Mode Inventory (SMI). Method: First, the construction of the short SMI (118 items) was described. Second, the psychometric properties of this short SMI were assessed. More specifically, its factor structure, internal reliability, inter-correlations between the subscales, test-retest reliability and monotonically increase of the modes were tested. This was done in a sample of N = 863 non-patients, Axis I and Axis II patients. Results: Results indicated a 14-factor structure of the short SMI, acceptable internal consistencies of the 14 subscales (Cronbach α's from .79 to .96), adequate test-retest reliability and moderate construct validity. Certain modes were predicted by a combination of the severity of Axis I and II disorders, while other modes were mainly predicted by Axis II pathology. Conclusions: The psychometric results indicate that the short SMI is a valuable measure that can be of use for mode assessment in SFT.

Application of the Spanish-Language Consultation and Relational Empathy (CARE) Measure to Assess Patient-Centered Care Among Latino Populations

2021 ◽  
pp. 154041532110106
Author(s):  
Lareina N. La Flair ◽  
Anna L. Christensen ◽  
Jonathan D. Brown ◽  
Lawrence S. Wissow
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
English Language ◽  
Clinical Care ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Pediatric Care ◽  
Patient Centeredness ◽  
Patient Centered ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Care Measure

Introduction: Reliable and valid measures are needed to assess the patient-centeredness of clinical care among Latino populations. Methods: We translated the Consultation and Relational Empathy (CARE) measure from English to Spanish and assessed its psychometric properties using data from 349 Latino parents/guardians visiting a pediatric clinic. Using confirmatory factor analysis, we examined the psychometric properties of the Spanish CARE measure. Results: Internal reliability of the Spanish CARE measure was high (Omega coefficient = 0.95). Similar to the English-language CARE measure, factor analysis of the Spanish CARE measure yielded a single domain of patient-centeredness with high item loadings (factor loadings range from 0.79 to 0.96). Conclusion: This preliminary analysis supports the reliability and validity of the Spanish version of the CARE measure among Latinos in pediatric care settings. With further testing, the Spanish CARE measure may be a useful tool for tracking and improving the health care delivered to Latino populations.

Reliability and Validity of the German Version of the Schema Mode Inventory

2012 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 297-304 ◽  
Author(s):  
Neele Reiss ◽  
Pauline Dominiak ◽  
Dawn Harris ◽  
Claudia Knörnschild ◽  
Erik Schouten ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Original Version ◽  
German Version ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Axis Ii ◽  
Forensic Patients ◽  
Axis I

This study presents an evaluation of the German version of the Schema Mode Inventory (SMI) including reliability and validity analyses. Psychometric properties were assessed. We analyzed the factor structure, internal reliability as well as intercorrelations between the subscales, and compared it to the results of the original version. This was done in a sample of N = 432 nonpatients, psychiatric patients with axis I and axis II diagnoses, and forensic patients. Results indicated a 14-factor structure of the SMI and good-to-excellent internal reliabilities of the 14 subscales (Cronbach’s α from .70 to .95). Furthermore, groups of nonpatients and psychiatric patients could be differentiated by their modes in the SMI as theoretically predicted. A first description of the mode presentations of forensic patients is presented.

METACOGNITIVE AWARENESS INVENTORY FOR TEACHERS (MAIT-18) RELIABILITY AND VALIDITY

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edmunds Vanags ◽  
Pāvels Pestovs ◽  
Aija Peršēvica
Keyword(s):  
Deep Learning ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Metacognitive Awareness ◽  
Internal Reliability ◽  
Psychometric Data ◽  
New Learning ◽  
Metacognitive Awareness Inventory ◽  
Support Students

The aim of the research was to explore Metacognitive Awareness Inventory for Teachers (MAIT-18) psychometric data of adapted version in Latvia teachers population. Knowledge of teachers’ awareness of metacognition is required to support students’ self-regulation, with the purpose of establishing new learning methods and deep learning. Inventory was filled by 301 teachers. For the Latvia version of the inventory internal reliability, factorial and convergent validity was determined. In overall the reliability and validity of the MAIT-18 Latvian version correspond to the desirable psychometric criteria that were achieved during the development of the original instrument.

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