Evaluation of African American English Teacher Attitude Scale

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Evaluation of African American English Teacher Attitude Scale Presented by Meghan L. Gowin ECE

Evaluation of African American English Teacher Attitude Scale Presented by Meghan L. Gowin ECE 682 Spring 2017

Rationale for Selection of Tool The researcher has conducted a preliminary review of literature

Rationale for Selection of Tool The researcher has conducted a preliminary review of literature regarding teachers’ attitudes toward African American English. According to Hoover, Mc. Nair-Knox, Lewis, and Politzer (1997), developers of the African American English Teacher Attitude Scale, the tool was created to “measure teacher attitudes toward the legitimacy and use of African American English” (p. 386).

Organization of Testing Manual, Booklet, and Item Format Likert-type scale with 46 test items

Organization of Testing Manual, Booklet, and Item Format Likert-type scale with 46 test items 23 positive statements and 23 negative statements Rate statements on 4 point scale Agree strongly, agree mildly, disagree strongly

Scoring Procedures for Tool Positive attitudinal statement is given 4 points for “Agree Strongly”

Scoring Procedures for Tool Positive attitudinal statement is given 4 points for “Agree Strongly” Negative attitudinal statement is given 4 points for “Disagree Strongly” Low score 120 High score 160

Normative Data

Normative Data

General Testing Guidelines and Procedures Best used in conjunction with workshops Takes approximately 40

General Testing Guidelines and Procedures Best used in conjunction with workshops Takes approximately 40 minutes to administer Can be used as pretest and posttest Traditionally administered in paper and pencil format

Reliability and Validity • As previously mentioned, the range of scores on the AAETAS

Reliability and Validity • As previously mentioned, the range of scores on the AAETAS can be anywhere from 46 to 184. • The developers note that the reliability of the scale in several test administrations has varied from Cronbach alpha 0. 89 to 0. 93.

Examiner Qualifications While there were no explicit examiner qualifications mentioned in the literature reviewed,

Examiner Qualifications While there were no explicit examiner qualifications mentioned in the literature reviewed, the researcher does believe that those who administer the African American English Teacher Attitude Scale should have a working knowledge of the structure and features of African American English.

Sample Teaching Items Positive Test Items Negative Test Items African American English is a

Sample Teaching Items Positive Test Items Negative Test Items African American English is a unique speech form African American English should be eliminated. influenced in its structure by West African languages. African American English should be promoted in The use of African American English is a reflection of school as part of African American children’s culture. unclear thinking on the part of the speaker.

Citations of Studies Utilizing Tool • Abdul-Hakim, I. (2002). Florida preservice teachers' attitudes toward

Citations of Studies Utilizing Tool • Abdul-Hakim, I. (2002). Florida preservice teachers' attitudes toward African-American vernacular English. (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from http: //search. proquest. com/docview/305521241? accountid=27965 • Hoover, R. M. , Mc. Nair, F. , Lewis, S. A. R. , & Politzer, R. L. (1997), African American English Attitude Measures for Teachers, In Reginald L. Jones (ed. ). Handbook of Test and Measurements for Black Populations (pp. 383393). Hampton, VA: Cobb. • Mc. Clendon, G. O. (2010). Illinois secondary principals perceptions and expectations concerning students who use African American vernacular English in an academic setting. (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from http: //search. proquest. com/docview/502038636? accountid=27965 • Oliver, W. S. (2012). Attitudes toward African American vernacular English in African American preschool teachers. (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from Pro. Quest Dissertations and Theses Global Database. (Order No. 3551354)