The Development and Investigation of the Psychometric Properties of a Measure of Teamwork Among High School Students

• In Event: New Developments in Cooperative Learning Theory and Research

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to develop and provide validity evidence for a teamwork measure for high school students. Data included students’ (N = 382) responses on the 26-item Teamwork scale and other noncognitive and academic achievement measures. Confirmatory factor analytic results supported conceptualizing the scale in terms of a bifactor model, with items reporting moderate to high loadings on the primary dimension and varied loadings on group-specific factors. Reliability estimates ranged from .76 to .92. Moderate to high positive correlations were found between teamwork total and subscale scores on measures of achievement motivation and institutional integration. Results suggest that the instrument is a promising tool for the high school population. Implications for practice and research are discussed.

Authors

• Brian F. French, Washington State University

• Chad M. Gotch, Washington State University

• Jason C. Immekus, University of Louisville

• Jssica Beaver