Structure of Peer Impressions of Children's Competence: Validation of the Peer Nomination of Multiple Competencies.

摘要: A peer-nomination assessment of 5 domains children's competencies (scholastic competence, social acceptance, athletic physical attractiveness, and behavioral conduct) was administered to 1,249 elementary school students. Factor analysis revealed 2 positive factors negative factors. The differed notably in content from girls boys. Evidence convergent validity derived the regression these onto teachers'ratings self-reports. construct emerged regressions between self-reported depression, hopelessness, loneliness, misbehavior. Results structure peers'perceptions competence justified use Peer Nomination Multiple Competencies complement self-report, teacher rating, standardized test, observation measures