| Title: |
A Novel Means-End Problem-Solving Assessment Tool for Early Intervention: Evaluation of Validity, Reliability, and Sensitivity |
| 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 |