Analysis

The Teacher Support Scale (TSS) is a measurement tool used to assess students’ perceptions of the support they receive from their teachers. The analysis of the questionnaire involves identifying the dimensions of support, such as emotional, academic, and social support. Data analysis often includes statistical methods like factor analysis to confirm the structure of the questionnaire and to evaluate its validity and reliability.

Objective

The primary objective of the Teacher Support Scale is to better understand how students perceive the support provided by their teachers, which can have a significant impact on their academic success and well-being. Through this understanding, the tool can help teachers and administrators improve teaching practices and foster a more supportive and positive learning environment.

Calibration

The calibration of the Teacher Support Scale is typically conducted using a Likert scale, where students are asked to rate statements regarding the support they receive from their teachers, using a range of options from “Strongly Disagree” to “Strongly Agree.” Calibration allows for the collection of data that can be quantitatively analyzed to draw conclusions about the level of support students feel they receive.

References

Lazarova, Bohumira, Hlaďo, Petr, & Hloušková, Lenka. (2019). Perception of Teacher Support by Students in Vocational Education and Its Associations with Career Adaptability and Other Variables. Psychology in Russia: State of the Art, 12, 47–64. https://doi.org/10.11621/pir.2019.0403.