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Seon, Youngwoon – Psychology in the Schools, 2021
This study examined the mediating role of self-esteem on the relationship between parental attachment security and social anxiety in children, separating maternal and paternal attachment. A total of 298 Korean children in 5th and 6th grade participated. Using structural equation modeling, results showed that the research model fit the data well…
Descriptors: Self Esteem, Parent Child Relationship, Anxiety Disorders, Mothers
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Dombrowski, Stefan C.; Golay, Philippe; McGill, Ryan J.; Canivez, Gary L. – Psychology in the Schools, 2018
Bayesian structural equation modeling (BSEM) was used to investigate the latent structure of the Differential Ability Scales-Second Edition core battery using the standardization sample normative data for ages 7-17. Results revealed plausibility of a three-factor model, consistent with publisher theory, expressed as either a higher-order (HO) or a…
Descriptors: Structural Equation Models, Bayesian Statistics, Factor Analysis, Aptitude Tests
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Choi, Namok; Chang, Mido; Kim, Sunha; Reio, Thomas G., Jr. – Psychology in the Schools, 2015
Parental involvement is well documented as a significant contributor to the self-efficacy and academic achievement of students. A structural equation model of parent involvement with family socioeconomic status, student gender, parents' aspirations for their children, mathematics efficacy, and mathematics achievement was tested to examine…
Descriptors: Demography, Predictor Variables, Parent Participation, Self Efficacy
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Hazel, Cynthia E.; Vazirabadi, G. Emma; Gallagher, John – Psychology in the Schools, 2013
This article proposes a model of student school engagement, comprising aspirations, belonging, and productivity. From this model, items for the Student School Engagement Measure (SSEM) were developed. The SSEM was validated with data from 396 eighth graders in an urban school district. Utilizing structural equation modeling, the second-order…
Descriptors: Learner Engagement, Models, Measures (Individuals), Grade 8
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McCoach, D. Betsy; Black, Anne C.; O'Connell, Ann A. – Psychology in the Schools, 2007
Although structural equation modeling (SEM) is one of the most comprehensive and flexible approaches to data analysis currently available, it is nonetheless prone to researcher misuse and misconceptions. This article offers a brief overview of the unique capabilities of SEM and discusses common sources of user error in drawing conclusions from…
Descriptors: Misconceptions, Inferences, Data Analysis, Structural Equation Models