An analysis of preschool children emotional intelligence using RASCH model

Abstract

It is very important for each individual to have a good emotional control in human well-being. In children level, they can manage their lives in a more orderly and harmonious if they have a good level of emotional intelligence (EI). However, in previous studies, there is no specific rubric developed to assess children EI. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to develop an EI rubric for children in the age group of four to six years. This study involved 20 children at preschool in Kuala Terengganu and by using the Cohen Kappa Consensus Coefficient Rating Scale formula, the research data were evaluated. To see the validity and reliability of the quantitative data, the Rasch Model analysis was utilised. To produce a competent, skilled, creative and innovative generation, the implications of this study are expected to be a basic study of children focusing on EI development in education.