scholarly journals From Learning Literature to Online Holistic Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Chih-Feng Chien ◽  
Ching-Jung Liao
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Holistic Education ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Survey Questionnaire ◽  
Holistic Learning ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Literature Education ◽  
Interactive Feedback

This study utilizes the literature education section of an online holistic environment to: (1) develop a literature education survey based on Miller’s (2007) theory of holistic education, (2) explore the effect of students’ holistic learning through online literature immersion, and (3) inquire about students’ holistic development through literature appreciation. Eight hundred twenty two college students were involved in the online literature-related activities. With qualitative and quantitative data collection, the study analyzes online literature and poetry, interactive feedback and reflection, and a survey questionnaire. The study’s content analysis discovers how students’ literature works are distributed into Miller’s three principles of holistic education and their extensive subthemes. Confirmatory factor analysis results suggest the survey instrument captured e-HO’s literature education module’s holistic impact. The discussion and limitations for online literature education from a holistic education perspective are also provided to guide future research

Investigating Chinese University Students’ Enjoyment in a Web-Based Language Learning Environment: Validation of the Online Foreign Language Enjoyment Scale

2021 ◽  
pp. 003151252110417
Author(s):  
Xin Wang ◽  
Yang Wang ◽  
Yizhi Yang ◽  
Lu Wang
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
First Language ◽  
Pedagogical Practices ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Chinese University ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

The revolution in web-based technologies has enriched pedagogical practices and motivated scholars to address learners’ positive and negative emotions in the web-based language learning environment. In this study, we first examined the psychometric properties of the Foreign Language Enjoyment Scale (FLES) and then developed the Online Foreign Language Enjoyment Scale (OFLES). We adopted a mixed-method approach using a sample of 383 first language Chinese EFL undergraduates. In stage one of the research, exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis supported an 11-item and 4-factor OFLES structure with an ideal model fit. The four sub-domains of the new enjoyment construct were OFLES- Teacher, Private, Interaction, and Competence. The Teacher domain accounted for most variance. In stage two, the qualitative analyses of feedback on an open-ended question concerning enjoyable episodes from 56 of the 383 participants revealed various sources of enjoyment for Chinese university EFL learners attending online English courses. Our findings contribute to an emerging wave of research examining the cross-contextual application of the FLES and provide important pedagogical implications for L2 practitioners and researchers. We discuss suggestions for future research.

scholarly journals Scale development of occupational identity and testing model of antecedents and outcome variables of occupational identity

2014 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 617-642 ◽  
Author(s):  
HongJoon Yoo ◽  
TaeYong Yoo ◽  
TaeIn Chung ◽  
Seongho Bae ◽  
AReum Jo
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Common Factor ◽  
Occupational Identity ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Workplace Satisfaction ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Intention To Continue ◽  
Three Factor

The first purpose of this study was to define the construct of occupational identity and develop the scale of occupational identity, the second purpose of this study was to examine the factor structure of occupational identity using exploratory common factor analysis and test the discriminant validity of occupational identity with workplace satisfaction, and third purpose of this study was to test the model of antecedents and outcome variables of occupational identity using confirmatory factor analysis. For fulfilling these purposes, three studies were conducted. Data were gathered from 390 workers in study 1, 505 workers in study 2, 1,115 workers in study 3. As a result, the three-factor structure of occupational identity was stably replicated, although the sample was changed. The occupational identity had discriminant validity with workplace satisfaction. Except for person-occupation fit(a subfactor of occupational identity) had a high correlation with general, occupational satisfaction(a subfactor of workplace satisfaction), other subfactors of occupational identity generally had low correlations with other subfactors of workplace satisfaction. It was found that the occupational identity was derived from occupational reputation, dedication to the occupation, occupational pride, and mission to the occupation. And the occupational identity resulted in the purpose of the worker’s life and intention to continue the worker’s occupation. Based on these results, We made discussions about implications, limitations, and future research tasks.

Facilitation of team communication skill among engineers: an empirical study

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nikhil K. Mehta ◽  
Sumi Jha
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Social Skill ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Communication Skill ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Team Communication ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative

PurposeThe purpose of the study is to understand the team communication skill among students with engineering background.Design/methodology/approachLabour market offers more employment to those who have better social skills than those who fair less on these skills. It is pertinent to integrate these skills among engineers. In the study, a Qual-quant-Qual platform was created to develop social skill andragogy for engineers from India. Involving 132 engineers, the authors gathered qualitative and quantitative data to understand their perspective on communication and the emergent factors of team communication skill.FindingsThe qualitative study supports the view that despite theoretical awareness, the actions may differ. The factor analysis of the data revealed five important factors of interpersonal communication. The study offers six utilities in support of andragogy.Originality/valueThe study offers a platform to engineers to internalize and reflect differences in order for the real learning to take place, and it also offers space to faculty members to simulate and offer relevant interventions.

Tour Conductor Playfulness: Conceptualizing and Scale Development

2020 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 197-207
Author(s):  
Tien-Ming Cheng ◽  
Mei-Tsun Chen ◽  
Cheng-Ho Wu
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Tourism Research ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Depth Interviews

The purpose of this study is to conceptualize a construct of Tour Conductor Playfulness (TCP) and establish a set of reliable and valid measures for TCP. The construct of TCP introduces a new concept in tourism research, while also extending the application of playfulness theory. TCP also can help businesses train employees and serve as a tool for human resource management. Study 1 produced initial items through in-depth interviews and content analysis, and study 2 conducted two sample collections. First, an exploratory factor analysis was performed by investigating 253 tour conductors, and four factors were identified: playful guiding, enthusiastic guiding, creative guiding, and engaged guiding. Second, this scale was validated with a new sample of 396 tour conductors. We verified the reliability of the TCP scale through confirmatory factor analysis, convergent validity, and discriminant validity to finally obtain 23 items. Implications and suggestions for future research are provided.

Psychometric Testing of the Human Connection Scale for People Experiencing Homelessness

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 205-212
Author(s):  
Andra S. Opalinski ◽  
Deborah D'Avolio ◽  
Nancy Stein ◽  
Danielle Groton ◽  
Valerie Fox ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Chronic Conditions ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Foot Care ◽  
Care Intervention ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Human Connection

Researchers examined psychometric properties of the adapted Human Connection Scale (HCS) with persons experiencing homelessness (PEH). Participants (N = 103) completed the Human Connection Scale for People Experiencing Homelessness (HCS-PEH) after receiving a foot care intervention. A preliminary exploratory factor analysis demonstrated the emergence of three distinct factors (trust, caring, and respect) explaining 68.1% of total variance. A subsequent confirmatory factor analysis supported the theoretical construct underlying the HCH-PEH and internal consistency reliability was established. Future research should focus on testing human connection in comparison with diverse health outcomes such as quality of life and treatment adherence to chronic conditions.

Reasons for Non-Engagement in Online Shopping

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 17-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rex P. Bringula
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Credit Card ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
College Graduates ◽  
Online Shopping ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Varimax Rotation ◽  
Item Questionnaire ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

This study aimed to determine the reasons why Filipinos were not engaged in online shopping. Toward this aim, 400 respondents answered a 23-item questionnaire. It was revealed that most of the respondents were male, single, and at least college graduates. They were employees, belonged to diverse economic backgrounds, had computer and Internet access at home, and owned ATM cards. The majority did not have a credit card. Exploratory factor analysis using varimax rotation revealed that there were four reasons why respondents were not engaged in online shopping. These reasons were availability of mall services (M), quality issues (Q), price concerns (P), and interest (I). Confirmatory factor analysis reduced the number of items of MQPI from 23 to 17 items. It was disclosed that the constructs were of good fit. Discriminant validity showed that all reasons were distinct from one another. Convergent validity of the constructs was also achieved. MQPI was able to capture 72% of the reasons why Filipinos were not engaged in online shopping. Implications and directions for future research that could be derived from this study were also presented.

scholarly journals Psychometric properties of the adapted instrument European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire short-short form

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fábio Luiz Mialhe ◽  
Katarinne Lima Moraes ◽  
Fernanda Maria Rovai Bado ◽  
Virginia Visconde Brasil ◽  
Helena Alves De Carvalho Sampaio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Survey Questionnaire ◽  
Full Data ◽  
Brazilian Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Literacy Survey ◽  
European Health

Objective: to investigate the psychometric properties of the Brazilian Portuguese version of the health literacy questionnaire European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire short-short form (HLS-EU-Q6) in Brazilian adults. Method: the instrument was translated and pre-tested in a sample of 50 individuals. Subsequently, it was applied to a sample of 783 adult individuals. The data went through an appropriate process of testing the properties, with the combination of techniques of Exploratory Factor Analysis, Confirmatory Factor Analysis and Item Response Theory. For the assessment of reliability, the Cronbach's alpha and McDonald's Omega indicators were used. Cross-validation with full data analysis was applied. Results: the majority of the participants was female (68.1%), with a mean age of 38.6 (sd=14.5) years old and 33.5% studied up to elementary school. The results indicated a unidimensional model with an explained variance of 71.23%, adequate factor load levels, commonality and item discrimination, as well as stability and replicability of the instrument to other populations. Conclusion: the Brazilian version of HLS-EU-Q6 indicated that the instrument is suitable for indiscriminate application in the population to which it is intended to assess health literacy levels.

scholarly journals VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY OF THE LITHUANIAN VERSION OF PROSOCIAL TENDENCIES MEASURE – REVISED (PTMR)

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (98) ◽  
pp. 43-49
Author(s):  
Saulius Šukys ◽  
Edita Šukienė
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Prosocial Behaviour ◽  
Factor Analyses ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Prosocial Tendencies ◽  
Original Measure

Background. The study was carried out with the aim to examine the construct validity and reliability of a Prosocial Tendencies Measure–Revised (PTM-R) (Carlo, Hausmann, Christiansen, & Randall, 2003). Methods. The study process was done following four stages. In stage 1, 984 adolescents between ages of 13 to 16 years (M age = 14.9, SD = 0.97; 50.3% girls) completed a translated version of the scale. In this stage Exploratory Factor Analyses (EFA) was carried out in order to measure the structure of the PTM-R. In stage 2, 757 adolescents between ages of 13 to 16 years (M age = 14.24, SD = .81; 51.78% girls) completed the questionnaire and Confirmatory Factor Analyses (CFA) was made. In stage 3, validity of the PTM-R was investigated. In stage 4, reliability of the measure was tested by evaluating Cronbach’s alpha values. Results. Exploratory Factor analysis of the PTM-R revealed four-factor solutions. A six-factor solution as in original measure was not obtained. Confirmatory factor analysis confirms four-factor structure of PTM-R and supports the multidimensional definition of prosocial behaviour. Three types of prosocial behaviour as anonymity, altruism, and public prosocial behaviour was the same as in the original measure. Other three types of prosocial behaviour emerged as one factor and were entitled as help in emergency. Correlation analyses between prosocial behaviour and different types of aggression showed good level of discriminant validity. Coefficient alpha was used to estimate of reliability based on the internal consistency among items. Alpha coefficients were .85 for help in emergency, .71 for anonymous prosocial behaviour, .68 for altruistic behaviour, and .59 for public prosocial behaviour. Conclusions. In conclusion, the four-factor structure of PTM-R was obtained. Results showed that the adapted measure was valid and reliable for Lithuanian adolescents aged between 13 and 16. Contradiction to the original measure structure and future research directions are discussed.

scholarly journals OPINION LEADERSHIP MEMODERASI eWOM INTENTION (STUDI PADA BOMBARU BAR DAN RESTO BENGKULU, INDONESIA)

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 165
Author(s):  
Ryan Vernando Putra ◽  
Muhartini Salim ◽  
Sularsih Anggarawati
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Word Of Mouth ◽  
Analysis Data ◽  
Opinion Leadership ◽  
Survey Questionnaire ◽  
Listwise Deletion ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Quality Value

Abstract. The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of Self-Relevant Value, Quality Value and Perceived Informational Utility on Electronic Word-Of-Mouth Intention moderated by Opinion Leadership in Bombaru Bars and Restaurant Bengkulu, Indonesia consumers. The respondents of this study were 17-45 years old. Respondent data were collected by the survey questionnaire provided. After adopting the listwise deletion method through Mahalanobis Distance on SEM-AMOS, 133 questionnaires that could be used were available for analysis. Data analysis used Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), assessment of normality, and regression weights. The Result indicate that (1) Self-relevant Value has a positif effect on eWOM Intention; (2) Quality Value has a positif effect on eWOM Intention; (3) Perceived Informational Utility has a postif effect on eWOM Intention; (4) Opinion Leadership moderates the influence of Self-relevant Value on eWOM Intention; (5) Opinion Leadership moderates the influence of Quality Value on eWOM Intention; (6) Opinion Leadership moderates the influence of Perceived Informational Utility on eWOM Intention.Keyword: eWOM Intention, Opinion Leadership, Perceived Informational Utility, Quality Value, and Self-relevant Value.

The Achieving Success Everyday Group Counseling Model: Fostering Resiliency in Middle School Students

2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 2156759X0001800
Author(s):  
Joy Rose ◽  
Sam Steen
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Middle School Students ◽  
Group Counseling ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Future Research ◽  
School Students ◽  
Social Success ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Counseling Intervention ◽  
Counseling Model

This article discusses a group counseling intervention used to develop and foster resiliency in middle school students by implementing the Achieving Success Everyday (ASE) group counseling model. The authors aimed to discover what impact this group counseling intervention, which focused on resiliency characteristics, would have on students’ academic and personal-social success. To evaluate this, the authors used both qualitative and quantitative data. The results showed that some students achieved an increase in their GPA and personal-social functioning following the intervention. The article presents implications for practice and ideas for future research.

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