A Psychometric Evaluation of Math Homework Purpose Scale for High School Students

• In Event: Scale Validation

Abstract

The aim of our study is to examine the psychometric properties of the Math homework Purpose Scale (MHPS) for high school students. Factorial findings showed that the MHPS was composed of three subscales: Academic Purpose, Self-regulatory Purpose, and Approval-seeking Purpose. Furthermore, the MHPS achieved a sufficient level of measurement and latent factor mean invariance over gender and grade level. Additionally, the MHPS was found to have adequate coefficient alpha and omega coefficients. Concerning its validity evidence, consistent with theoretical predictions, the MHPS was positively correlated with homework effort and completion. In summary, our study presents strong evidence showing that the MHPS is a valid and reliable measurement of math homework purposes for high school students.

Authors

• Ruiping Yuan, Mississippi State University

• Jianzhong Xu, Mississippi State University