Swahili version of the Dimensions of Mastery Questionnaire: Adaptation and Psychometric Properties

Introduction. The current focus of empirical studies demonstrates the significance of mastery motivation in child development, academic achievement and school success. Consequently, it is critical to have reliable and valid tools to measure this important variable accurately. The Preschool version of the Dimensions of Mastery Questionnaire (DMQ) 18 has been validated in English, Hungarian, and Chinesem and translated to many other languages. This has opened cross-cultural and cross-ethnic studies among these countries. Method. In this study, we evaluate the psychometric properties of the Swahili version of the DMQ 18. Teachers and parents evaluated 397 preschool children recruited using a stratified random sampling technique from Kenya's counties. Results. Reliability was established by good internal consistency, construct reliability, test-retest and parallel forms reliability values. Factorial validity was proven by confirmatory factor analysis and this fitted the theoretical model quite well. Discussion and Conclusion. The Swahili Preschool Dimensions of Mastery Questionnaire was valid and reliable for collecting data in the Kenyan context and that of East Africa. This version compared well with other versions such as Hungarian, Spanish, Turkish, Persian and Indonesian.

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Psychometric Properties of the Coping Behavior Inventory Among Students of Arabic Universities

Journal of Nursing Measurement ◽

10.1891/1061-3749.26.1.176 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 26 (1) ◽

pp. 176-185

Author(s):

Muayyad M. Ahmad ◽

Abdulkarim Alzayyat ◽

Ekhlas Al-Gamal

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Psychometric Properties ◽

Goodness Of Fit ◽

Coping Behavior ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Total Sample ◽

Fit Indices ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Arab Students ◽

The University

Purpose:To examine the psychometric properties of the Coping Behavior Inventory (CBI) among Arab students in Jordanian universities.Methods:A stratified random sampling technique was used to select the universities and classes from each university. The total sample size was 587 students recruited from seven universities during the academic year 2015. The structure of the CBI was analyzed by exploratory factor analysis (EFA) using Statistical Package for Social Science and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) using AMOS software. EFA for the original CBI showed poor factors structure with low reliabilities.Results:EFA and CFA revealed the modified 15-item and 3-factor scale (Problem Solving, Avoidance, Stay Optimistic), with high goodness of fit indices and strong items loading.Conclusion:The use of the modified version of CBI with students at the university level is recommended.

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A Cross-Cultural Validation of the MUSIC® Model of Academic Motivation Inventory: Evidence from Chinese- and Spanish-Speaking University Students

International Journal of Educational Psychology ◽

10.17583/ijep.2017.2357 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

pp. 25 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Brett D. Jones ◽

Ming Li ◽

Juan M. Cruz

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Undergraduate Students ◽

Academic Motivation ◽

Cognitive Engagement ◽

Cross Cultural ◽

Fit Indices ◽

Spanish Speaking ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Student Version ◽

Cultural Validation

The purpose of this study was to examine the extent to which Chinese and Spanish translations of the College Student version of the MUSIC® Model of Academic Motivation Inventory (MUSIC Inventory; Jones, 2012) demonstrate acceptable psychometric properties. We surveyed 300 students at a university in China and 201 students at a university in Colombia using versions of the MUSIC Inventory that were translated into Chinese and Spanish, respectively. To assess the psychometric properties of the inventory, we examined: (a) the internal consistency reliabilities for all of the scales, (b) the fit indices and factor loadings produced from confirmatory factor analysis, and (c) correlations between the MUSIC Inventory scales and behavioral and cognitive engagement. The results provide evidence that the Chinese and Spanish translations of the MUSIC Inventory demonstrate acceptable psychometric properties for use with undergraduate students. Therefore, instructors and researchers can use the translated inventories to assess students’ perceptions of the five MUSIC® Model of Motivation components.

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Assessing Problematic Facebook Use: Psychometric Properties of the Polish Version of Facebook Intrusion Questionnaire

10.21203/rs.3.rs-535400/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Agata Błachnio ◽

Aneta Przepiórka ◽

Andrzej Cudo ◽

Rachel A. Elphinston

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Polish Population ◽

Large Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Polish Version ◽

Facebook Use ◽

Physical Health Problems ◽

Good Internal Consistency ◽

Polish Adaptation ◽

Mental And Physical Health

Abstract BackgroundFacebook is used for work, entertainment and communication. However, there is potential for problematic or addictive use which can cause significant mental and physical health problems. The Facebook Intrusion Questionnaire (FIQ; Elphinston & Noller, 2011) is one of the most widely used measures of problematic Facebook use. However, no previous study has validated this measure in a Polish population. MethodsThe study aims to validate the Polish adaptation of FIQ. Five large samples of Polish Facebook users (N = 12,753; M age = 21 years; 66% female) were used to examine the psychometric properties of the Polish version of the FIQ. ResultsAn exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis provided support for a unidimensional factor structure (χ2(16) = 199.53, p< 0.001; RMSEA = 0.042; SRMR = 0.022; CFI = 0.950). Item response theory showed that the adapted FIQ items had adequate discrimination and information levels. ConclusionThe Polish version of the FIQ showed good internal consistency and adequate construct validity. Overall, the findings suggest that the FIQ is a reliable and valid measure for use in the Polish population.

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Propiedades psicométricas del Cuestionario de Experiencias de Recuperación en trabajadores argentinos.

Anales de Psicología ◽

10.6018/analesps.352761 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 36 (1) ◽

pp. 181-188

Author(s):

Mario Trógolo ◽

Luis Morera ◽

Estanislao Joaquín Castellano ◽

Carlos Spontón ◽

Leonardo Adrián Medrano

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Work Engagement ◽

Factor Model ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Recovery Experiences ◽

Reliable Instrument ◽

Mastery Experiences ◽

Good Internal Consistency ◽

And Control ◽

Experience Questionnaire

El objetivo de este estudio consistió en examinar las propiedades psicométricas del “Cuestionario de Experiencias de Recuperación” para su uso en Argentina. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 505 trabajadores provenientes del sector público, privado y organizaciones no gubernamentales. Los resultados del análisis factorial confirmatorio evidenciaron que un modelo de cuatro factores ─distanciamiento psicológico del trabajo, relajación, búsqueda de retos y control sobre el tiempo libre─ presentó un buen ajuste a los datos. Por lo tanto, el cuestionario mantiene la misma estructura que la escala original. Los análisis de confiabilidad mostraron que la escala posee una adecuada consistencia interna (α = .75 - .92) y fiabilidad de constructo (H = .88 - .93). Se obtuvieron correlaciones teóricamente esperadas con medidas de burnout, work engagement y afecto negativo, aportando de esta manera evidencias externas de validez concurrente. En conclusión, la escala posee adecuadas propiedades psicométricas para ser utilizada en el contexto argentino, permitiendo disponer de un instrumento confiable que permite profundizar el conocimiento sobre la recuperación y brindando una herramienta valiosa para la práctica profesional. The aim of this study was to examine the psychometric properties of the Recovery Experience Questionnaire in Argentina. Five-hundred and five workers from public, private and non-governmental sectors participated in the study. Confirmatory factor analysis showed that the four-factor model has acceptable fit to the data. Thus, as the original scale, the Argentinean validation maintain the four recovery experiences—psychological detachment from work, relaxation, mastery experiences and control over leisure time. Reliability analyses showed good internal consistency (Cronbach’s α ranging from .75 to .92) and construct reliability (coefficient H ranging from .88 to .93) for all subscales. Correlations theoretically expected with measures of work engagement, burnout and negative affect supported for concurrent validity. Thus, the Recovery Experience Questionnaire shows adequate psychometric properties for its use in Argentina, make available a reliable instrument that allows deepening knowledge about recovery and providing a valuable tool for professional practice.

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Psychometric Properties of the Forgiveness Likelihood Scale among Portuguese Adolescents

Psychological Reports ◽

10.2466/pr0.100.4.1229-1232 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 100 (3_suppl) ◽

pp. 1229-1232 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Félix Neto ◽

Ana Veríssimo Ferreira ◽

Conceição Pinto

Keyword(s):

High School ◽

Factor Analysis ◽

High School Students ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Psychometric Properties ◽

Cross Cultural ◽

Psychometric Characteristics ◽

School Students ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Portuguese Adolescents

To facilitate use of the Forgiveness Likelihood Scale in cross-cultural studies, the psychometric characteristics of the translated scale were examined among 192 adolescents in Portugal (86 men and 106 women). The Forgiveness Likelihood Scale is a 10-item Likert-type scale designed to measure tendency to forgive across situations. Cronbach α was .89. Confirmatory factor analysis showed that the questionnaire was unidimensional among Portuguese high school students.

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Educación Física de Calidad desde la perspectiva de la práctica docente: propiedades psicométricas de un instrumento para su evaluación (Quality Physical Education from the perspective of teaching practice: psychometric properties of an instrument for it

Retos ◽

10.47197/retos.v0i41.86253 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 373-379

Author(s):

Javier Rodríguez Rodríguez ◽

Oswaldo Ceballos Gurrola ◽

Jorge Isabel Zamarripa Rivera ◽

Rosa Elena Medina Rodríguez ◽

Walter Ho ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Education ◽

Psychometric Properties ◽

Teaching Practice ◽

Physical Education Teachers ◽

Federal System ◽

Sphericity Test ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Good Internal Consistency ◽

Age Range ◽

Exploratory Factorial Analysis

El propósito del estudio fue examinar las propiedades psicométricas y estructura factorial del Cuestionario de Educación Física de Calidad traducido y adaptado al español y contexto mexicano. Se presenta un estudio cuantitativo con un diseño instrumental. Participaron 763 docentes de Educación Física de México con rango de edad 19 a 71 años (M = 37.89 ± 11.18); donde el 31.7% son mujeres y 68.3% hombres. El 59.4% trabajan en escuelas que pertenecen al sistema federal, el 33.9% al sistema estatal y el 6.7% trabajan en escuelas particulares. Se realizó la traducción y adaptación al español y contexto mexicano de la encuesta de Educación Física de Calidad compuesta por 50 ítems que se responden sobre una escala que va desde 0 “no alcanzado totalmente” y 10 “completamente alcanzado”. Se efectuó el análisis factorial exploratorio (AFE) utilizando la matriz de correlaciones Kaiser-Meyer Olkin KMO (.97) y prueba de esfericidad de Bartlett (χ² x2= 30645.936 y gl = 990) obteniendo seis factores y la reducción a 46 ítems. El análisis factorial confirmatorio (AFC) mostró una buena consistencia interna y correlaciones de inter factor (χ² /gl = 2.98, NNFI = .98, CFI = .98 y RMSEA = .07), así como al dividirlo por género, nivel y sistema educativo. El instrumento muestra buenas propiedades psicométricas para valorar la Educación Física de Calidad desde la perspectiva de la práctica docente en el contexto mexicano. Por sus características podría utilizarse en otros países de habla hispana ya que su redacción, terminología y contenidos se adaptan al contexto. Abstract. The purpose of the study was to examine the psychometric properties and factor structure of the quality Physical Education scale from the perspective of teaching practice, translated and adapted to the Spanish and Mexican context. A quantitative study with an instrumental design is presented. The participants were 763 Physical Education teachers from Mexico with an age range of 19 to 71 years old (M = 37.89 ± 11.18); where 31.7% were women and 68.3% men. 59.4% work in schools that belong to the federal system, 33.9% to the state system and 6.7% work in private schools. The translation and adaptation to Spanish and the Mexican context of the Quality Physical Education survey was carried out. It is composed of 50 items that are answered on a scale that goes from 0 "not totally achieved" to 10 "completely achieved". It was carried out the exploratory factorial analysis (EFA) using the Kaiser-Meyer Olkin KMO correlation matrix (.97) and Bartlett's sphericity test (χ² x2= 30645.936 y gl = 990) obtaining six factors and the reduction to 46 items. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) showed good internal consistency and inter-factor correlations (χ2/gl = 2.98, NNFI = .98, CFI = .98 and RMSEA = .07), as well as when divided by gender, level and educational system. The instrument shows good psychometric properties to evaluate Quality Physical Education from the perspective of teaching practice in the Mexican context. Due to its characteristics, it could be used in other Spanish-speaking countries since its writing, terminology and contents are adapted to the context.

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Dispositional playfulness in young children: A cross-sectional and longitudinal examination of the psychometric properties of a new child self-reported playfulness scale and associations with social behaviour

10.31234/osf.io/w5cek ◽

2019 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Elian Fink ◽

Silvana Mareva ◽

Jenny Louise Gibson

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Social Behaviour ◽

Social Preference ◽

Self Report ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Item Functioning ◽

Two Samples ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Good Internal Consistency ◽

Puppet Show

Most research on children’s play takes a context-dependent, adult-focused observational approach to the measurement of play. The current two studies present the development and psychometric properties of the Chid Self-Report Playfulness (CSRP) scale which was presented via ‘puppet-show’ to two samples of children. Study 1, across 98 children between 5 and 7 years of age, showed that the items of the CSRP had good internal consistency, were stable across the 6-week test-retest period and, for the most part, showed no differential item functioning across age, sex and language ability. Study 2 involved a longitudinal sample of children followed from Reception (age 5, N = 244) to Year 1 (age 6). Findings revealed favourable psychometric properties using longitudinal confirmatory factor analysis and measurement invariance. Associations between playfulness and children’s teacher- and peer-rated social behaviour were examined, and showed specific associations between playfulness and teacher-rated play interaction, rather than peer social maturity, problem behaviour or peer-rated social preference. Overall, the CSRP appears to be a promising approach to the measurement of play.

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Psychometric Properties of the Cyber Dating Abuse Questionnaire

Psico-USF ◽

10.1590/1413-82712020250207 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 25 (2) ◽

pp. 285-296

Author(s):

Jaqueline Gomes Cavalcanti ◽

Maria da Penha de Lima Coutinho ◽

Anderson Mesquita do Nascimento ◽

Adriele Vieira de Lima Pinto

Keyword(s):

Convergent Validity ◽

Empirical Studies ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Love Relationships ◽

Face To Face ◽

Dating Abuse ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Good Internal Consistency ◽

Cyber Dating Abuse ◽

Exploratory Factorial Analysis

Abstract The present study aimed to know the validity and reliability of the Cyber Dating Abuse Questionnaire - CDAQ in the Brazilian context. For this purpose, two empirical studies were designed. Study 1 (N = 215) tested the psychometric parameters of CDAQ, using exploratory factorial analysis. Study 2 (N = 248) sought to gather additional evidences of validity and accuracy of CDAQ using confirmatory factor analysis. The results pointed to the two-factorial structure as the most relevant, with good internal consistency indexes observed. In addition, CDAQ demonstrated convergent validity through meaningful associations with face-to-face abuse in love relationships (CTS2) and overall satisfaction in relationships. Furthermore, it is concluded that CDAQ presents itself as a valid and reliable measure, useful for investigating digital abuse in love relationships in the Brazilian population.

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Cross-Cultural Psychometric Properties of the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale

The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry ◽

10.1177/0706743718772516 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 64 (1) ◽

pp. 39-46 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Erik Vindbjerg ◽

Guido Makransky ◽

Erik Lykke Mortensen ◽

Jessica Carlsson

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Gold Standard ◽

Rating Scale ◽

Cross Cultural ◽

Data Driven ◽

Transcultural Psychiatry ◽

Hamilton Depression Rating Scale ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Data Driven Approach ◽

Depression Scales

Objective: The Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS) is considered the gold standard measure of depression. The factor structure of the HDRS is generally unstable, but 4 to 8 items appear to form a general depression factor. As transcultural studies of the HDRS have received little attention, and as most of the studies have taken a data-driven approach with a tendency to yield fragmented results, it is not clear if an HDRS general depression factor can also be found in non-Western populations. This is an important issue in deciding on the appropriateness of the scale as a gold standard in transcultural psychiatry. Method: A systematic review was carried out to compare previously reported factor structures of the HDRS in non-Western cultures. Overlapping clusters across studies were identified and subsequently tested with confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) of responses from an independent sample. Results: Fourteen relevant studies were identified, 12 of which were obtained. A general depression factor was identified, consisting of the following symptoms: depressed mood, guilt, loss of interests, retardation, suicide, and psychological anxiety. The subsequent CFA analysis supported the fit of this model. Conclusions: This study indicates that a general depression cluster is manifest in responses to the HDRS across cultures. While psychometric properties of the full-length HDRS are still debated, the general depression cluster appears pertinent to the assessment of depression across cultures. We recommend that cross-cultural clinicians and researchers focus on the use of unidimensional depression scales, which are in agreement with this cluster.

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The Emotional Contagion Scale: Factor Structure and Psychometric Properties in a Portuguese Sample

Psychological Reports ◽

10.2466/08.21.28.pr0.111.6.898-904 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 111 (3) ◽

pp. 898-904 ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

Rita Rueff-Lopes ◽

António Caetano

Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Internal Consistency ◽

Discriminant Validity ◽

Factor Model ◽

Emotional Contagion ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽

Convergent And Discriminant Validity ◽

Confirmatory Factor ◽

Good Internal Consistency

This manuscript examined the psychometric properties and factor structure of the Emotional Contagion Scale in a Portuguese sample. The original scale was first given to a sample of 1,445 individuals to verify its internal consistency. Both exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were performed. Results suggested that the data from the Emotional Contagion Scale are best fit by a one-factor model. Differences between sexes were assessed and higher susceptibility to emotional contagion was observed in women than in men. Convergent and discriminant validity analyses were also conducted. The Portuguese version of the Emotional Contagion Scale also had good internal consistency and test-retest reliabilities; thus it is a psychometrically sound measure within a Portuguese population.

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