Investigating the Factor Structure of iSkills™

Abstract

This paper investigates the issue of internal validity in the context of complex assessments and constructs, focusing on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) literacy as measured by the iSkills assessment. Utilizing exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, the paper aims to explore the internal structure of the iSkills assessment vis-à-vis unidimensional and multidimensional views of ICT literacy. The results indicate that ICT literacy, as measured by iSkills, emerges more as an integrated skill set rather than as distinct domains. The paper contributes to the broader conversation on the internal structure of assessments designed for complex constructs.

Keywords

• digital literacy
• information literacy
• internal validity