Investigating the MI Student Voice Perception Survey in a Population of Cognitively Impaired Students

• In Event: Developing and Validating Tools for Student Learning and Experience

Abstract

Little research has attempted to investigate the wellbeing of cognitively impaired students using traditional, self-report survey methods. This dearth of empirical research is due, in part, to considerable methodological challenges, including small samples, item wording, and response scale construction. Thus, there is a need for refined methodologies and additional research within this area. The present study aimed to (1) highlight the methodological challenges endemic to self-report survey research in populations with intellectual disability, and (2) expand this area of research by investigating the psychometric properties of three measures (social-emotional learning, student engagement, and belonging) in a sample of cognitively impaired students. Results of test-level and item-level analyses revealed potential areas for improvement.

Authors

• Gavin Vance, Kent School District

• Davie Store, Kent ISD

• Jennifer Rotach, Kent ISD

• Daeja Marzette, Kent Intermediate School District