ERIC Number: EJ1241282
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Feb
Pages: 10
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ISSN: ISSN-1362-3613
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Exploratory Factor Analysis of the Adapted Skillstreaming Checklist for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Lopata, Christopher; Donnelly, James P.; Thomeer, Marcus L.; Rodgers, Jonathan D.; Volker, Martin A.; Booth, Adam J.
Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice, v24 n2 p437-446 Feb 2020
The Adapted Skillstreaming Checklist measures social/social-communication skills and behavioral flexibility/regulation of children with autism spectrum disorder without intellectual disability. Prior studies provided support for the reliability and criterion-related validity of the Adapted Skillstreaming Checklist total score for these children; however, no studies have examined the Adapted Skillstreaming Checklist factor structure. This exploratory factor analysis examined the factor structure and internal consistency of parent ratings on the Adapted Skillstreaming Checklist for a sample of 331 children, ages 6-12 years, with autism spectrum disorder without intellectual disability. Results yielded a correlated three-factor solution. The individual factors and total score demonstrated very good internal consistency reliability. Findings supported the presence and interpretability of three subscales, as well as derivation of a total composite reflecting overall prosocial and adaptive skills and behaviors. Implications for assessment and research are discussed.
Descriptors: Check Lists, Factor Analysis, Factor Structure, Test Reliability, Test Validity, Rating Scales, Children, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders
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Language: English
Sponsor: Institute of Education Sciences (ED); US Department of Defense
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Grant or Contract Numbers: R324A080136; R324A130216; W81XWH1510195
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