DEVELOPMENT OF SCALE TO MEASURE STUDENTS’ CREATIVITY IN THE SUBJECT OF ENGLISH FOR GRADE XII

Abstract

This study aims to develop and validate the Students’ Creativity Scale to assess the creativity of Grade XII students in the subject of English. Grounded in Torrance’s theoretical framework, the scale addresses the lack of standardized tools for measuring English-related creativity in Pakistan’s higher secondary education. Employing a quantitative, descriptive design with a cross-sectional screening method, data analysis confirmed the scale’s psychometric soundness. Expert review established content validity with a Scale Content Validity Index (SCVI) of 0.87, indicating strong agreement. The Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) value of .825 and significant Bartlett’s Test of Sphericity (χ² = 2365.993, p < .000) verified data suitability for factor analysis. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) identified a four-factor structure (Fluency, Flexibility, Originality and Elaboration) explaining 52.03% of the total variance. Reliability analysis showed good internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = .765–.812). The scale provides educators and researchers with a reliable tool to evaluate creativity, fostering innovative teaching practices and supporting SDG 4: Quality Education.