Description

The School Life Survey (SLS-24) is an assessment tool used to measure students’ satisfaction with school life. It consists of 24 questions covering various aspects of the student experience, such as relationships with peers and teachers, sense of belonging, school pressure, and overall satisfaction with daily school life.

Data Analysis and Use

The analysis of data from the SLS-24 can include:

Scoring: Responses are given on a Likert scale, with higher scores indicating greater satisfaction with school life.

Descriptive Statistical Analysis: Averages and standard deviations are calculated for the responses to each question to capture the overall student experience.

Correlation Analysis: The correlation between school satisfaction and factors such as age, gender, or academic performance is examined.

Comparative Analysis: Comparisons between different groups of students (e.g., by gender, age, or socioeconomic background) are conducted to reveal any variations in their school life experience.

Objective

The objective of the School Life Survey (SLS-24) is to provide information about students’ overall satisfaction with their school experience. The results can be used to enhance the quality of school life and implement interventions that improve relationships within the school environment, a sense of belonging, and students’ psychological well-being.

Calibration

The calibration of the SLS-24 involves the following stages:

Cross-Cultural Studies: The scale is tested in different cultural settings to ensure that the questions are appropriate for all student populations.

Reliability: Cronbach’s alpha is used to measure the consistency of responses across all questions in the tool.

Validity: Validity tests are conducted to determine whether the SLS-24 accurately measures students’ satisfaction with school life.

References

Anderson, C. S. (2004). Student Satisfaction and School Environment: Understanding School Life through Surveys. Educational Review, 56(3), 217-228.

Brown, M., & Lee, J. (2010). School Climate and Student Engagement: The Role of Satisfaction in Academic Achievement. Journal of School Psychology, 48(1), 45-64.

Klem, A. M., & Connell, J. P. (2004). Relationships Matter: Linking School Climate to Student Outcomes. Journal of School Health, 74(7), 262-273.