Assessing the reliability and validity of knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) assessments on COVID-19 transmission knowledge and preventive measures among ecotourism operators

Kaderi, Mohd Arifin and Zainuddin, Norafiza and Saad, Nurulwahida and Ismail, Hazmal and Hanafiah, Mohd Hafiz and Mior Shariffuddin, Nur Shahirah (2024) Assessing the reliability and validity of knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) assessments on COVID-19 transmission knowledge and preventive measures among ecotourism operators. Planning Malaysia, 22 (1). pp. 349-363. ISSN 1675-6215 E-ISSN 0128-0945

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Abstract

This cross-sectional study conducted in rural Pahang state, Malaysia, aimed to validate a questionnaire examining ecotourism operators’ Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) regarding COVID-19 transmission and preventive measures. Data collection utilised the snowball technique. The questionnaire, comprising 34 items covering knowledge, attitude, and practice constructs, underwent rigorous validation and piloting before the actual fieldwork. All factor loading scores (>0.65) and Cronbach’s alpha (α≥0.69) were greater than the reference value, relaying indicators of reliability and internal consistency of the measured latent variables. The findings revealed that the KAP model met the goodness-of fit criteria (HTMT<.90, SRMR<0.08, NFI>0.90) and convergent validity was achieved (AVF≤0.50). The study confirms the meticulous instrument validation, ensuring the survey tool’s effectiveness in gauging KAP among ecotourism operators. This study’s novelty lies in its focus on the KAP spectrum vis-à-vis COVID-19 among operators engaged in these ecotourism domains. By bridging this gap, the research aspires to inform tailored interventions, ultimately fortifying resilience against future health crises in ecotourism communities.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Reliability; Validity; Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP); COVID-19; Transmission Knowledge; Preventive Measures; Ecotourism Operators; Malaysia
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > G Geography (General) > G156.5.S87 Sustainable tourism R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine > RA644.C67 Coronavirus infections. COVID-19 (Disease). COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences > Department of Biomedical Science (Effective:1st July 2011)
Depositing User:	Dr. Norafiza Zainuddin
Date Deposited:	24 Apr 2024 10:22
Last Modified:	21 Jun 2024 11:23
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/111876

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