scholarly journals BSSI-3 Spoken language, reading–writing forms: Validity and reliability study

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 198-207
Author(s):  
Fatma Ülkü Yıldız ◽  
Aysel Çağdaş ◽  
Gökhan Kayılı
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Spoken Language ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Turkish Children ◽  
Reliability Characteristics ◽  
Reliable Assessment ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Fit Index

This study was conducted to determine whether the ‘Spoken Language’ and ‘Reading–Writing’ forms of the Basic School Skills Inventory-3 Edition had validity and reliability characteristics acceptable for Turkish children aged 48–72 months old. The sample of the study included 244 children selected through the simple random sampling method. Exploratory factor analysis (principal components analysis) was conducted to determine the construct validity of the tests. The fit index was tested with maximum likelihood confirmatory factor analysis. Reliability of the test was ensured using internal consistency coefficient and split-half test. Cronbach’s alpha reliability coefficients of the forms were calculated to be 0.95 and 0.97. Analysed for its adaptation into Turkish, the BSSI-3 Spoken Language and Reading–Writing forms were a valid and reliable assessment tool for Turkish children aged 48–72 months old.   Keywords: Spoken language, reading–writing, validity and reliability.

Spanish Adaptation and Validation of the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory–Short Form

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (5) ◽  
pp. 756-769 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manuel Cárdenas Castro ◽  
Jaime Barrientos Delgado ◽  
Emilio Ricci Alvarado ◽  
Darío Páez Rovira
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Posttraumatic Growth ◽  
Meaning In Life ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Posttraumatic Growth Inventory ◽  
Fit Indexes ◽  
Fit Index

The purpose of this article is to adapt and validate the short form of the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI-SF) in Spanish. The scale consists of 10 items distributed in 5 posttraumatic growth dimensions measured in the original instrument. The psychometric properties and dimensionality of the scale are examined in a sample of college students (N = 681). Results lend support to the validity and reliability (α = .83) of the PTGI-SF. The dimensions of PTGI-SF show correlations ranging between .29 and .52. In addition, the inventory correlates significantly with deliberate rumination (r = .39) and the search for meaning in life (r = .32). The factor loadings of the items in the confirmatory factor analysis varied between .52 and .87, showing good fit indexes (comparative fit index = .97, Tucker-Lewis index = .93, relative fit index = .90, incremental fit index = .97, normed fit index = .96, and root mean square error of approximation = .05). Multigroup confirmatory factor analysis supported invariance of the PTGI-SF across the 2 groups. Finally, significantly higher PTGI-SF scores were observed in subjects who were actively looking for meaning in life, or had found it after a seeking process, than in subjects who had not looked for meaning in life or had given up because they had not been successful.

scholarly journals Examining and Adapting the Psychometric Properties of the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Health Services Survey (MBI-HSS) among Healthcare Professionals

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1890
Author(s):  
Abbas Al Mutair ◽  
Alya Al Mutairi ◽  
Hiba Chagla ◽  
Khalid Alawam ◽  
Khulud Alsalman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Maslach Burnout Inventory ◽  
Gulf Cooperation Council ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Fit Index

Burnout is known to negatively impact healthcare providers both physically and mentally and is assessed using the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS). Many versions of this tool have been developed for different parts of the world, but there is currently no valid version specifically designed for use in the Gulf Cooperation Council Region. This study aims to use data collected across six different regions in the Gulf Cooperation Council Region to assess the validity and reliability of the MBI-HSS model and develop a version of the MBI-HSS best suited for evaluating burnout levels among the healthcare providers in this region. The MBI-HSS questionnaire adapted by Maslach was distributed to 888 healthcare providers aged 32 years ± 7 years, 231 (26.1%) of whom were males and 651 (73.9%) of whom were females, between 2017 and 2018. The data collected were randomly divided into two subsamples, resulting in a sample with the data of 300 healthcare professionals for exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and 588 healthcare professionals for confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). The CFA of the original version of the MBI-HSS yielded a chi-square value of 1897 (p < 0.001), indicating the need for revision. EFA was then used to construct a new model of the MBI-HSS, and a CFA was performed on the second subsample to evaluate the model fit to the data. The EFA produced a 3-factor version that accounted for 56.3% of the total variance, with item 11 of the MBI moved to the Emotional Exhaustion (EE) subscale and item 16 loaded onto Depersonalisation (DP) instead of EE. Additionally, items 18 and 20 were omitted. The reconstructed version had a Root Mean Square Error of Approximation (RMSEA) value of 0.065 (<0.08), a goodness of fit index (GFI) value of 0.915 (>0.90) and an adjusted goodness of fit index (AGFI) value of 0.893 (>0.8). These results when compared to the CFA of the original model, which produced a GFI value of 0.79, an AGFI value of 0.74 and an RMSEA value of 0.09 (>0.08), indicate that this new version has a more satisfactory fit to the data and should be used when assessing burnout in the Gulf Cooperation Council Region.

Development and Validation of a Survey to Assess Patient-Perceived Medication Knowledge and Confidence in Medication Use

2014 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 120-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arinze Nkemdirim Okere ◽  
Colleen M. Renier ◽  
Jacqueline Morse
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Root Mean Square ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Survey Methods ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Mean Square ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Medication Knowledge ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Fit Index

Background and Purpose: The primary objective of this study is to establish the validity and reliability of a perceived medication knowledge and confidence survey instrument (Okere–Renier Survey). Methods: Two-stage psychometric analyses were conducted to assess reliability (Cronbach’s α >.70) of the associated knowledge scale. To evaluate the construct validity, exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were performed. Results: Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) revealed three subscale measures and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) indicated an acceptable fit to the data (goodness-of-fit index [GFI = 0.962], adjusted goodness-of-fit index [AGFI = 0.919], root mean square residual [RMR = 0.065], root mean square error of approximation [RMSEA] = 0.073). A high internal consistency with Cronbach’s α of .833 and .744 were observed in study Stages 1 and 2, respectively. Conclusions: The Okere–Renier Survey is a reliable instrument for predicting patient-perceived level of medication knowledge and confidence.

scholarly journals Turkish Validity and Reliability Study of the Leisure Constraint Questionnaire

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehmet Ali ÖZTÜRK ◽  
Ahmet YIKILMAZ ◽  
Eyyüp SARIKOL
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Cross Correlation ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Turkish Version ◽  
Reliability Study ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Fit Index

The purpose of this study to adapt to Turkish version by applying validity and reliability test of Leisure Constraint Questionnaire (LCQ) developed by Alexander and Carroll (1997). 214 (62.4%) men and 129 (37.6%) women, total of 343 people was participated to the study working as public officers in Iğdır. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), Reliability Analysis and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was applied to Turkish version of the scale after translated to Turkish. When the EFA results are examined Anti Imaj Correlation (AIC) cross correlation coefficients of all items greater than 0.5 and It has been decided to use all items in the analysis. After Principal Component Analaysis (PCA), there are 7 factors with eigenvalue greater than 1 and the contribution of these factors to the total variance is 56.806% were determined. The factors belonging to the items were determined by Rotated Component Matrix (VARIMAX). The tests of Cronbach&rsquo;s Alpha (CA), Spearman-Brown Correlation (SBC) and Guttman Split Half Correlation (GSHC) were performed for reliability of the scale. The value of CA: 0.876, SBC: 0.754 and GSHC: 0.754 were found for the all items. Comparative Fit Index (CFI), Goodness-of-fit index (GFI) and he Normed Fit Index (NFI) were used for the CFA. As a result of CFA analysis; the value of CFI: 0.94, GFI: 0.96 and NFI: 0.93 were found. It has been concluded that the scale of adaptation to Turkish is valid and reliable and also it was composed of 7 factors and 29 items like original scale.

scholarly journals Agricultural supports and farmers’ satisfaction: A latent variable application in Turkey

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 151-175
Author(s):  
Bekir Demirtas
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Latent Variables ◽  
Latent Variable ◽  
Crop Production ◽  
Financial Structure ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Input Use ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
The World ◽  
Fit Index

Agricultural supports are given with different quantities and purposes around the world, such as exemption from tax, granting subsidies or agricultural insurances, among others. These supports have a great impact but its benefits to farmers are not generally known. The influence of these supports on farmers is pointed out by evaluating the farmers’ satisfaction. In this sense, it was obtained a data from 426 producers in order to analyze the agricultural supports regarding farmer´s satisfaction. The first and second-order latent variables are analyzed by applying the Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) to the survey data obtained for the evaluation of farmers’ satisfaction. The factor loadings and fit index were sufficient and the structure validity and reliability of the model were ensured. The most effective variables influencing the farmers’ satisfaction related to the agricultural supports are the supports maintaining the financial structure and livestock support. Results indicate that farmers need to be supported more in terms of input use and crop production.

scholarly journals THE SCALE FOR THE ATTITUDES OF CUSTOMERS TOWARDS PURCHASING TENDENCY WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF BUSINESS, MARKETING AND SALES OFFICERS' GENDERS: A VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 2776-2792
Author(s):  
Ruhan İRİ
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
City Centre ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Sample Data ◽  
Alpha Reliability ◽  
Fit Index ◽  
Corporate Business ◽  
The City

The purpose of the study is to develop a scale that will allow measuring the attitudes of customers towards purchasing tendency within the context of the business, marketing and sales officers' genders. Items were developed by the related literature, and content validity was determined through the opinions of 28 field experts. The participants of the study consist of 511 consumers who shopped at corporate or brand business stores that were selected through judgemental sampling method in the city centre of Niğde between 01-31 December 2019. As a result of the exploratory factor analysis conducted to ensure the construct validity of the scale, a four-factor structure consisting of 16 items was obtained. Cronbach alpha reliability coefficient for the whole scale was found as .894. Confirmatory factor analysis results, which were carried out to understand whether this structure fitted the sample data, showed that the fit index of the scale was at an acceptable level. Based on the findings of the study, it can be stated that the scale is valid and reliable, and that it can be used to analyse customers' attitudes towards purchasing tendency within the context of the genders of business, marketing and salespeople in corporate business (brand) stores.     

Factorial Structure of the Therapist Adherence Measure-Revised (TAM-R) Within Multisystemic Therapy

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 427-431
Author(s):  
Aurelie M. C. Lange ◽  
Marc J. M. H. Delsing ◽  
Ron H. J. Scholte ◽  
Rachel E. A. van der Rijken
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Multisystemic Therapy ◽  
Model Fit ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Adherence Measure ◽  
Therapist Adherence ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
The Us

Abstract. The Therapist Adherence Measure (TAM-R) is a central assessment within the quality-assurance system of Multisystemic Therapy (MST). Studies into the validity and reliability of the TAM in the US have found varying numbers of latent factors. The current study aimed to reexamine its factor structure using two independent samples of families participating in MST in the Netherlands. The factor structure was explored using an Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) in Sample 1 ( N = 580). This resulted in a two-factor solution. The factors were labeled “therapist adherence” and “client–therapist alliance.” Four cross-loading items were dropped. Reliability of the resulting factors was good. This two-factor model showed good model fit in a subsequent Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) in Sample 2 ( N = 723). The current finding of an alliance component corroborates previous studies and fits with the focus of the MST treatment model on creating engagement.

scholarly journals Validity and reliability of the lederman Prenatal Self-Evaluation Questionnaire (PSEQ) in Brazil

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Janiny Lima e Silva ◽  
Matheus de Sousa Mata ◽  
Saionara Maria Aires Câmara ◽  
Íris do Céu Clara Costa ◽  
Kleyton Santos de Medeiros ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Psychosocial Adaptation ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Evaluation Questionnaire ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

Abstract Background The Lederman Prenatal Self-Evaluation Questionnaire (PSEQ) is used to assess psychosocial adaptation to pregnancy, labor, childbirth, and maternity. The PSEQ is a tool used in various countries and has been translated into Portuguese; however, it needs to be validated in Brazil. This study aimed to analyze the validity and reliability of the PSEQ in Brazilian pregnant women. Method This methodological validity study investigated internal consistency and reliability using Cronbach’s alpha and intraclass correlation coefficients. Construct validity was assessed using Pearson’s correlation between domains and confirmatory factor analysis. To assess concurrent validity, Pearson’s correlation between the different domains of the PSEQ and Prenatal Psychosocial Profile-Portuguese Version (PPP-VP) was determined. The level of significance was set at 5%. Results This study included 399 pregnant women in the northeastern region of Brazil. The internal consistency and reliability of the total PSEQ score were high (Cronbach's alpha = 0.89; intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.95). Validity analysis showed positive and significant correlations between all PSEQ domains, ranging from 0.14 to 0.56. Confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated the following values of goodness of fit: RMSEA = 0.05, SRMR = 0.08, CFI = 0.61, χ2/df = 1.77. The discriminant and concurrent validities of the PSEQ were confirmed. Conclusions The Portuguese version of the PSEQ has adequate psychometric properties and is a valid and reliable tool to evaluate psychosocial adaptation to pregnancy in Brazilian pregnant women.

Validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Patient Dignity Inventory

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Yasemin Eskigülek ◽  
Sultan Kav
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Turkish Version ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Fit Index ◽  
Turkish Society

Abstract Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the validity and reliability of the Patient Dignity Inventory (PDI) in the Turkish society, which was developed to evaluate dignity-related distress in palliative care patients. Methods One hundred and twenty-seven adults with advanced cancer hospitalized in several clinics of two university hospitals were included in the study. The patients whose Palliative Performance Scale score was at least 40% were recruited to study. The data were collected with a patient demographic form, the Turkish version of Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS-TR), and the Turkish version of the PDI (PDI-TR). The PDI-TR was finalized and back-translated after translating into Turkish and obtaining 10 expert opinions. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, internal consistency, concurrent validity, and test–retest reliability analysis were performed. Results The Cronbach's α coefficient of PDI-TR was 0.94. Factor analysis resulted in a five-factor solution, and all items were loaded on factors. Factors were labeled as symptom distress, existential distress, self-confidence, dependency, and supportive care needs and accounted for 68.70% of the overall variance. The model's normed fit index, comparative fit index, and X2/SD were found between acceptable range (0.90, 0.93, and 2.64, respectively). A positive and strong correlation was found between subdimension scores of HADS-TR and the total score of PDI-TR (r = 0.70 for anxiety subdimension; r = 0.73 for depression subdimension). The test–retest reliability was conducted with 32 patients within the sample two weeks after the first application, and no significant difference was found between the two application scores as the result of paired-sample t-test (p > 0.05). An intraclass correlation coefficient of test–retest reliability was r = 0.855. Significance of results PDI-TR was found to be a valid and reliable tool in palliative care patients in Turkish society.

Validation of a social-cognitive theory-based tool for measuring factors influencing obesity prevention behaviors in 4-6 years old children using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA)

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. 2025-2030
Author(s):  
Maryam Seraji ◽  
Maryam Zahmatkeshan ◽  
Victoria Momen Abadi ◽  
Elham Nejadsadeghi
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Obesity Prevention ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Child Obesity ◽  
Face Validity ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

Background: Child obesity is one of the main health problems all across the world, which leads to mental and physical health problems. Various models are used in designing intervention to prevent child obesity, one of which is social-cognitive theory (SCT). The constructs of social-cognitive theory are commonly used for designing preventive interventions. However, there is no specific tool based on the constructs of social-cognitive theory to assess the factors associated with child obesity. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the validity and confirmatory factor analysis of a SCT-based questionnaire for assessing obesity preventing behaviors among 4-6 years old children. Method: A cross-sectional study was first conducted in 2016 on 240 preschool children aged 4-6 years in Behbahan city (a city in southwest Iran) to assess the obesity prevention behaviors among them using a SCT-based questionnaire. To investigate the validity and confirmatory factor analysis of the SCT-based questionnaire, content and face validity as well as forward-backward translation method were used. Reliability of the questionnaire was also measured by Cronbach’s alpha coefficient and Intra-class Correlation Coefficient (ICC). Construct validity was assured by confirmatory factor analysis. To measure the obesity prevention behaviors in 4-6 years old children, the construct of SCT, including environment, emotional coping, outcome expectations, goal setting and self-efficacy were used. Also, the obesity prevention behaviors used in the model included physical activity, consumption of fruit and vegetable, consumption of sugar-free drinks, and screen. Results: Results of this study confirmed the acceptable content and face validity of the SCT-based questionnaire. The results of confirmatory factor analysis also confirmed the factor loading of more than 0.3 for all variables; therefore, the SCT-based questionnaire had an acceptable validity and reliability. Conclusions: Since the SCT-based questionnaire had an acceptable validity and reliability, it can be used to assess the obesity prevention behaviors in 4-6 year old children, and also to design relevant educational interventions. Keywords: Validation, Social-Cognitive Theory, Behavior, Childhood obesity, Preschool, Prevention

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