ERIC Number: EJ1397956
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 39
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ISSN: ISSN-0270-2711
EISSN: EISSN-1521-0685
The Problem of Reading Motivation Multidimensionality: Theoretical and Statistical Evaluation of a Reading Motivation Scale
Reading Psychology, v44 n7 p853-891 2023
Reading motivation is multidimensional and a critical contributor to students' reading comprehension skill. Its multidimensionality is problematic, as there is currently no consensus on the dimensions underlying reading motivation, which are being tested through a variety of instruments that lack statistical validation. Our goal was to discuss the structure, reliability, and validity of a reading motivation scale in relation to prior theoretical proposals. The scale considered four affirming and four undermining reading motivations and was tested with 172 students from 2nd to 6th grade. Its structure was assessed using CFA and EFA. A four-factor structure had the best fit for the data: (1) Reading value and intrinsic motivation; (2) reading devalue and avoidance; (3) perceived self-efficacy; and (4) perceived difficulty. The results supported some prior theoretical distinctions, but question the appropriateness of widely used scales and suggest the need for more research on the multidimensionality of reading motivation.
Descriptors: Reading Motivation, Test Validity, Test Reliability, Factor Structure, Measures (Individuals), Elementary School Students, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Self Efficacy, Difficulty Level, Student Attitudes, Reading Attitudes
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Early Childhood Education; Grade 2; Primary Education; Grade 3; Grade 4; Intermediate Grades; Grade 5; Middle Schools; Grade 6
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Language: English
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