Brief Description

The Peer Interaction Patterns in School Questionnaire (PIPSQ) was developed by Dr. Wendy M. Craig and Dr. Debra J. Pepler. It was designed to assess students’ social relationships and interactions in primary education. The questionnaire explores various aspects of peer relationships, such as friendship, cooperation, conflict, and social support.

Purpose

The purpose of the PIPSQ is to record and analyze students’ experiences with peer interactions, identify patterns in social relationships, and support the development of interventions that promote positive social behavior and healthy relationships in the classroom.

Scoring

The PIPSQ includes statements that assess the frequency and quality of peer interactions using a 5-point Likert scale. These statements address students’ experiences with having friends, working in group activities, resolving conflicts, and receiving support from classmates.

References

Craig, W. M., & Pepler, D. J. (1997). Observations of bullying and victimization in the schoolyard. Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 13(2), 41–60.
Pepler, D. J., & Craig, W. M. (2000). Making a difference in bullying: Making the case for comprehensive programs. School Psychology International, 21(2), 213–223.
Craig, W. M., Pepler, D. J., & Atlas, R. (2000). Observations of bullying in the playground and in the classroom. School Psychology International, 21(1), 22–36.