ERIC Number: ED581414
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 12
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Factor Structure and Basic Psychometric Properties of the "Transition Assessment" and "Goal Generator"
Hennessey, Maeghan N.; Terry, Robert; Martin, James E.; McConnell, Amber E.; Willis, Donna M.
Grantee Submission
The researchers examined the theoretical factor structure fit and psychometric properties of the Transition Assessment and Goal Generator (TAGG). In the first study, 349 transition-aged students with disabilities, their special educators, and family members completed TAGG assessments, and using exploratory factor analysis (EFA)/confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), a simple eight-factor structure emerged. In 2 subsequent years, independent samples of students with disabilities (Study II, N = 257; Study III, N = 846), their special educators, and family members completed the TAGG, and the TAGG structure replicated in both years across all versions using CFAs. The results provide evidence of construct validity and reliability. Implications of the results and identify future research needs are identified and discussed. [At the time of submission to ERIC, this article was in press with "Career Development and Transition for Exceptional Individuals."]
Descriptors: Factor Structure, Psychometrics, Disabilities, Special Education Teachers, Family Involvement, Factor Analysis, Transitional Programs, Planning, Goal Orientation, Test Construction, Likert Scales, Teacher Characteristics, High School Students, Student Characteristics, Statistical Analysis
Publication Type: Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: National Center for Special Education Research (ED)
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IES Funded: Yes
Grant or Contract Numbers: R324A100246
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