Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students
IntroductionSelf-concept is a fundamental component of psychological and educational development, playing a critical role in students' academic performance and emotional wellbeing. Despite its importance, gaps remain in the validation of measurement instruments tailored to specific educational...
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| author | Angel Ramón Sabando-García Oswaldo José Jiménez-Bustillo Lidia Janeth Llacsa-Puma Graciela Josefina Castro-Castillo Jenniffer Sobeida Moreira-Choez Raúl Alberto Rengifo-Lozano |
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| description | IntroductionSelf-concept is a fundamental component of psychological and educational development, playing a critical role in students' academic performance and emotional wellbeing. Despite its importance, gaps remain in the validation of measurement instruments tailored to specific educational contexts.MethodsThis study employed a quantitative, predictive, and correlational methodology with a non-experimental cross-sectional design. A total of 172 adolescents from grades 8, 9, and 10 in a school in Santo Domingo, Ecuador, were selected through non-probabilistic convenience sampling. The Self-Concept Questionnaire FORM-5 (AF-5), which evaluates academic/occupational, social, emotional, family, and physical self-concepts, was administered. Data analysis utilized SPSS version 25 and AMOS 24 software to ensure reliability and validity through structural equation modeling.ResultsThe AF-5 demonstrated high reliability, with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.854. Gender differences were observed, with females scoring higher in emotional self-concept and males excelling in physical self-concept. Structural equation modeling confirmed the instrument's significant factor loadings, validating its application in measuring self-concept.DiscussionThe findings highlight the robustness and applicability of the AF-5 in educational contexts, providing a validated tool to assess self-concept dimensions among upper elementary students. The study underscores the importance of using reliable instruments to better understand and support students' academic and emotional development. Further research is recommended to explore the instrument's application across diverse populations. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e99ddb15431041e39ad3f8f0591c5d2b2025-01-24T13:11:09ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Education2504-284X2025-01-01910.3389/feduc.2024.15071061507106Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school studentsAngel Ramón Sabando-García0Oswaldo José Jiménez-Bustillo1Lidia Janeth Llacsa-Puma2Graciela Josefina Castro-Castillo3Jenniffer Sobeida Moreira-Choez4Raúl Alberto Rengifo-Lozano5Facultad de Ciencias Administrativas y Contables de la Universidad Católica del Ecuador, Santo Domingo, EcuadorCarrera de Pedagogía de la Lengua y la Literatura y Facultad de Posgrado de la Universidad Estatal de Milagro, Milagro, EcuadorUniversidad Peruana Unión, Lima, PeruFacultad de Posgrado de la Universidad Estatal de Milagro, Milagro, EcuadorFacultad de Posgrado de la Universidad Estatal de Milagro, Milagro, EcuadorFacultad de Ciencias Económicas de la Universidad Nacional Mayor, Lima, PeruIntroductionSelf-concept is a fundamental component of psychological and educational development, playing a critical role in students' academic performance and emotional wellbeing. Despite its importance, gaps remain in the validation of measurement instruments tailored to specific educational contexts.MethodsThis study employed a quantitative, predictive, and correlational methodology with a non-experimental cross-sectional design. A total of 172 adolescents from grades 8, 9, and 10 in a school in Santo Domingo, Ecuador, were selected through non-probabilistic convenience sampling. The Self-Concept Questionnaire FORM-5 (AF-5), which evaluates academic/occupational, social, emotional, family, and physical self-concepts, was administered. Data analysis utilized SPSS version 25 and AMOS 24 software to ensure reliability and validity through structural equation modeling.ResultsThe AF-5 demonstrated high reliability, with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.854. Gender differences were observed, with females scoring higher in emotional self-concept and males excelling in physical self-concept. Structural equation modeling confirmed the instrument's significant factor loadings, validating its application in measuring self-concept.DiscussionThe findings highlight the robustness and applicability of the AF-5 in educational contexts, providing a validated tool to assess self-concept dimensions among upper elementary students. The study underscores the importance of using reliable instruments to better understand and support students' academic and emotional development. Further research is recommended to explore the instrument's application across diverse populations.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2024.1507106/fullself-conceptsecondary educationstructural equationsinstrument validationfactor analysis |
| spellingShingle | Angel Ramón Sabando-García Oswaldo José Jiménez-Bustillo Lidia Janeth Llacsa-Puma Graciela Josefina Castro-Castillo Jenniffer Sobeida Moreira-Choez Raúl Alberto Rengifo-Lozano Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students Frontiers in Education self-concept secondary education structural equations instrument validation factor analysis |
| title | Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students |
| title_full | Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students |
| title_fullStr | Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students |
| title_full_unstemmed | Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students |
| title_short | Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students |
| title_sort | measurement through structural equations of the self concept instrument in high school students |
| topic | self-concept secondary education structural equations instrument validation factor analysis |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2024.1507106/full |
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