Developing and Validating a Second-Generation Measure of Student-Teacher Relationships With Youth Researchers (Poster 22)

• In Event: Thursday Poster Session 10:50 am
  In Poster Session: Critical Analysis of Youth Research and Perspectives

Abstract

A strong evidentiary base links Student-Teacher Relationships (STRs) to numerous academic and developmental outcomes for youth. Existing measures of STRs, however, are limited by norming mostly on white, middle class populations. Existing measures also overemphasize teacher actions, overlooking students’ role. In this study, we adapt principles of youth-led participatory action research (YPAR) to develop and validate a second-generation measure of STRs that is more attuned to student experiences. Results of expert validation and psychometric analysis suggest the new instrument is parsimonious, reliable, and robust, comprising specific actions important to diverse groups of students. The measure can be used by future researchers and educators who wish to understand a core aspect of students’ experiences in schools.

Authors

• Jerusha O. Conner, Villanova University

• Michal Goldstein, Harvard University

• Jayanth Eapen Mammen, Watchung Hills Regional High School

• Jose Hernandez

• Denise C. Pope, Stanford University

• Kate L. Phillippo, Loyola University Chicago

• Shannon G. Davidson, University of Alabama

• Marisol Fierros

• Sarah B. Miles, Stanford University

• Sabina R. Neugebauer, Temple University