A Novel Means-End Problem-Solving Assessment Tool for Early Intervention: Evaluation of Validity, Reliability, and Sensitivity
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| Title: | A Novel Means-End Problem-Solving Assessment Tool for Early Intervention: Evaluation of Validity, Reliability, and Sensitivity |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Baraldi Cunha, Andrea, Babik, Iryna, Koziol, Natalie A., Hsu, Lin-Ya, Nord, Jayden, Harbourne, Regina T., Westcott-McCoy, Sarah, Dusing, Stacey C., Bovaird, James A., Lobo, Michele A. |
| Source: | Grantee Submission. 2021 33. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 8 |
| Publication Date: | 2021 |
| Sponsoring Agency: | Institute of Education Sciences (ED) |
| Contract Number: | R324A150103 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Problem Solving, Early Intervention, Evaluation Methods, Motor Development, Developmental Delays, Infants, Child Development, Scores, Interrater Reliability, Test Reliability, Test Validity, Psychomotor Skills, Screening Tests |
| Assessment and Survey Identifiers: | Bayley Scales of Infant Development |
| DOI: | 10.1097/PEP.0000000000000761 |
| ISSN: | 0898-5669 |
| Abstract: | Purpose: To evaluate the validity, reliability, and sensitivity of the novel Means-End Problem-Solving Assessment Tool (MEPSAT). Methods: Children with typical development and those with motor delay were assessed throughout the first 2 years of life using the MEPSAT. MEPSAT scores were validated against the cognitive and motor subscales of the Bayley Scales of Development. Intra- and interrater reliability, developmental trends, and differences among groups were evaluated. Results: Changes in MEPSAT scores positively related to changes in Bayley scores across time for both groups of children. Strong intra- and interrater reliability was observed for MEPSAT scoring across all children. The MEPSAT was sensitive to identify change across time and differences in problem-solving among children with varying levels of motor delay. Conclusions: The MEPSAT is supported by validity and reliability evidence and is a simple tool for screening early problem-solving delays and evaluating change across time in children with a range of developmental abilities. What this adds to the evidence: The novel MEPSAT is supported by validity and reliability evidence. It is sensitive to detect problem-solving differences among young children with varying motor ability and to capture changes in problem-solving across time. It requires minimal equipment and time to administer and score and, thus, is a promising tool for clinicians to screen for early problem-solving delays or to track intervention progress in young children with or at risk for problem-solving delays. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| IES Funded: | Yes |
| Entry Date: | 2021 |
| Accession Number: | ED610054 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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