Description

The Organizational Health Inventory for Middle Schools (OHI-M-45) is an assessment tool used to measure the health of organizations in middle schools. It focuses on various aspects of the school climate, such as communication, collaboration, support, and the involvement of teachers and students. This tool helps diagnose the strengths and weaknesses of school organizations.

Data Analysis and Use

The analysis of data derived from the OHI-M-45 includes:

Scoring: Participants evaluate various aspects of their school experience on a Likert scale. Higher scores indicate better organizational health.

Descriptive Statistics: Calculation of the mean and standard deviation to assess the overall health of the organization.

Correlation: Examination of the relationship between organizational health and factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic conditions.

Comparative Analysis: Comparison of results between different schools or groups can reveal significant differences.

Objective

The objective of the OHI-M-45 is to provide a detailed picture of the health of organizations in middle schools, identify areas for improvement, and offer data that can be used to develop intervention strategies and improve the school climate.

Calibration

The calibration of the OHI-M-45 involves the process of adjusting the tool for different school environments. This is achieved through:

Cross-Cultural Studies: Testing the scale in various cultural and educational contexts to ensure its validity.

Reliability Analysis: Using methods such as Cronbach’s alpha to confirm that the questions are consistent and reliable.

Validity Testing: Examining whether the scale reflects the actual experiences of participants regarding the health of the school organization.

References

Hoy, W. K., & Miskel, C. G. (2005). Educational Administration: Theory, Research, and Practice. McGraw-Hill.

Leithwood, K., & Jantzi, D. (2000). Transformational Leadership Effects on School Conditions and Student Engagement with School. Educational Administration Quarterly, 36(5), 629-656.

Fullan, M. (2001). Leading in a Culture of Change. Jossey-Bass.