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Fanghua Liu1, Yanchao Yang2, Feng Robin Wang3
1School of Graduates, Changchun Normal University, Changchun, Jilin Province, People's Republic of China.
Researchers developed and validated the English Debate Self-Efficacy Scale (EDSS) to measure confidence in English debate. The scale reliably assesses language proficiency, debating skills, and team collaboration, aiding educational development.
Area of Science:
- Educational Psychology
- Language Assessment
Background:
- English debate is crucial for critical thinking and confidence.
- A gap exists in measuring self-efficacy specifically within English debate.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the English Debate Self-Efficacy Scale (EDSS).
- To provide a reliable instrument for assessing self-efficacy in English debate.
Main Methods:
- Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) on a sample of 1,259 Chinese college students.
- Convenience sampling methodology was employed.
- Scale validation included structural, convergent, discriminant, and criterion validity assessments.
Main Results:
- EFA identified three dimensions: Language proficiency (Cronbach's Alpha = .894), Debating skills (Cronbach's Alpha = .861), and Team collaboration (Cronbach's Alpha = .831).
- CFA confirmed the scale's robust structure and validity.
- Significant correlations supported criterion validity.
Conclusions:
- The English Debate Self-Efficacy Scale (EDSS) is a reliable and valid instrument.
- The EDSS offers valuable insights for research, teaching, and training in English debate.
- Limitations and future research directions were discussed.
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