A structured observation of behavioral self-regulation and its contribution to kindergarten outcomes.
University of Virginia · Oregon State University · +1 more institution
Abstract
The authors examined a new assessment of behavioral regulation and contributions to achievement and teacher-rated classroom functioning in a sample (N = 343) of kindergarteners from 2 geographical sites in the United States. Behavioral regulation was measured with the Head-Toes-Knees-Shoulders (HTKS) task, a structured observation requiring children to perform the opposite of a dominant response to 4 different oral commands. Results revealed considerable variability in HTKS scores. Evidence for construct validity was found in positive correlations with parent ratings of attentional focusing and inhibitory control and teacher ratings of classroom behavioral regulation. Hierarchical linear modeling indicated…
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- 97.34
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- 100%
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4Topics & keywords
- Psychology
- Developmental psychology
- Multilevel model
- Construct (python library)
- Self-control
- Interpersonal communication
- Social psychology
- Quality Education