Description

The Organizational Health Inventory for Elementary Schools (OHI-E-37) is an assessment tool that measures the health of organizations in elementary schools. It focuses on various aspects of school culture, relationships, and processes to evaluate the effectiveness and well-being of school organizations.

Data Analysis and Use

Data analysis from the OHI-E-37 includes:

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

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

Correlation: Examination of the correlation between organizational health and factors such as school leadership, parent involvement, and social support.

Comparative Analysis: Comparisons between different schools or departments to identify differences in organizational health.

Objective

The objective of the OHI-E-37 is to understand the health of organizations in elementary schools, identify factors that influence effectiveness and well-being, and provide data for improving educational environments.

Calibration

The calibration of the OHI-E-37 involves adjusting the tool for use in various elementary schools. This is achieved through:

Cross-Cultural Studies: Testing the OHI-E-37 in different cultural and educational contexts to ensure the appropriateness and accuracy of the tool.

Reliability Analysis: Using techniques such as Cronbach’s alpha to ensure that the questions are consistent.

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

References

Hoy, W. K., & Tarter, C. J. (1995). Organizational Climate and Culture: A Conceptual Framework for the Study of Organizational Health in Schools. Educational Administration Quarterly, 31(3), 223-241.

Leithwood, K., & Jantzi, D. (2000). A Review of Transformational School Leadership Research 1996-2000. Leadership and Policy in Schools, 1(2), 135-199.

Smith, P. K., & Smith, L. (2005). Organizational Health Inventory: Development and Validation. Journal of Educational Administration, 43(2), 126-145.