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[Construction of a Test Influence Inventory (TII)]
1Department of Educational Psychology, Faculty of Education, University of Tokyo.
Summary
This study developed the Test Influence Inventory (TII) to measure test anxiety and fatigue in elementary students. Findings indicate females and children not attending cram school experience higher test anxiety and fatigue.
Area of Science:
- Educational Psychology
- Psychometrics
Context:
- Elementary school children's academic performance is influenced by psychological factors.
- Assessing test anxiety and fatigue is crucial for understanding student well-being and academic outcomes.
Purpose:
- To construct and validate the Test Influence Inventory (TII) for measuring test anxiety and fatigue.
- To identify factors contributing to test anxiety and fatigue in elementary school children.
Summary:
- The TII, comprising 25 items across five factors (Emotionality, Body, Nervousness, Worry, Perspiration), demonstrated strong test-retest reliability (0.87) and validity (0.83 correlation with Test Anxiety Inventory).
- Factor analysis identified key dimensions of test-related psychological distress.
- Results indicated significant differences based on gender, supplementary education (juku school attendance), and prior testing experience.
Impact:
- The TII provides a reliable and valid instrument for researchers and educators to assess test anxiety and fatigue.
- Findings highlight specific demographic and experiential factors associated with increased test anxiety and fatigue, informing targeted interventions.
- This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the psychological landscape affecting student performance in testing environments.