The methodological alternative to validate a self-efficacy scale for the 400-meter hurdles test
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Self-efficacy, domains, validation, 400-meter hurdles, methodological alternative.Abstract
Self-efficacy in sport is of interest to researchers due to its proven association with performance. It is the belief in one’s ability to successfully perform a specific task at a given level of complexity; To do so, it is necessary to define the domains of the activity. The main objective was to develop a self-efficacy scale for the 400-meter hurdles event in athletics, whose ítems were formulated based on the content validity of physical, technical and psychological domains. The sample consisted of seven experts to determine the domains, ten runners and nine sports psychology specialists to validate the scale. The empirical methods used were interviews, questionnaires and document review. The statistical methods used were Cohen’s Kappa coefficient, Cronbach’s Alpha, among other descriptive and criterion validation methods. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 25.0 for Windows was used. Thirty-eight domains were determined: 13 physical, 11 technical and 14 psychological. The scale consisted of 16 ítems that make up the domains with a Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of α = .803 and acceptance by specialists. A methodological alternative is provided to determine domains, which allows for greater scientific
rigor and comprehensiveness in the development of ítems and a self-efficacy scale.
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