Applying Rasch analysis in refinement and validation of interpersonal skills measure for gifted children.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Interpersonal characteristics of gifted adolescents is important because of the potential influence on individuals' psychological health and future professional success. Understanding the interpersonal characteristics requires valid and reliable measures. This study attempted to explicitly describe the application of Rasch analysis in the validation and development process of an existing measure of interpersonal skills among gifted adolescent in Ohio.

Methods

We extensively evaluated the psychometric properties of the 40-item scale measuring the interpersonal competence of adolescents among the gifted population in Ohio (N = 127) using Rasch analysis. Multiple aspects of reliability and validity were tested including dimensionality, rating scale functioning, and f

SUBMITTER: Yang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10501403 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature