David I. Hanauer|Graham F. Hatfull
Measuring Networking as an Outcome Variable in Undergraduate Research Experiences
Indiana University of Pennsylvania|University of Pittsburgh
aim paper propose present validate simple survey instrument measure student conversational networking tool consists five items cover personal professional social networks basic principle selfreporting degrees conversation range specific discussion partners networking instrument validated three studies basic psychometric characteristics scales established conducting factor analysis evaluating internal consistency using cronbachs alpha second study used knowngroups comparison involved comparing outcomes networking scales two different undergraduate laboratory courses one involving specific effort enhance networking final study looked potential relationships specific networking items established psychosocial variable project ownership series binary logistic regressions overall data three studies indicate networking scales high internal consistency 088 consist unitary dimension significantly differentiate research experiences low high networking designs related project ownership scales ramifications networking instrument student retention enhancement public scientific literacy differentiation laboratory courses discussed