This study examines the psychometric properties of a measure of engagement for group work, the Groupwork Engagement Measure (GEM).
Method
The measure's properties were tested at two different points of group development, early and late group. The closed-ended groups were led by 13 graduate social work students and consisted of 86 student peers.
Results
The measure had excellent reliability at both administrations, with coefficient alphas of .97 and low Standard Error of Measurements. The construct- and criterion-related validity analyses were generally favorable.
Conclusions:
The GEM is a promising tool for social group workers interested in monitoring and improving their service.
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