The validity and reliability of research needs analysis instrument (RISK model) in administering needs items and research

Abstract

This study aims to design a Research Needs Analysis Instrument (RISK Model) to guide researchers in obtaining expert confirmation of research needs or problem statements before implementation. Library research was conducted, applying Kolb’s theory (1984) and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (Maslow, 1943) to inform the instrument’s constructs. The instrument consists of four main constructs: Relevance, Importance, Strategy, and Knowledge, which serve as pillars in administering items for problem statements or research issues. The Content Validity Index (CVI) values for the instrument constructs, as assessed by six expert panels, were found to be 0.90 for Relevance, 0.90 for Importance, 0.88 for Strategy, and 0.90 for Knowledge, with an average mean of 0.90, indicating high adoptability. The Cronbach’s alpha reliability values (α) based on pilot study results (n:30) ranged from 0.87 to 0.90, including 0.92 for content, 0.87 for understanding, 0.90 for clarity, 0.88 for relevance, and 0.90 for ease of use. These findings demonstrate that the Research Needs Analysis Instrument (RISK Model) achieves a high level of reliability. Overall, the instrument is a standard guide for researchers to obtain expert confirmation of research needs or problems before conducting a study.