Inclusive Practices: A Questionnaire Development for Faculty to Shape the Future of Transgender Inclusion in Physical Education

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to investigate inclusive practices within Indian Physical Education (PE), specifically focusing on transgender inclusion. The study introduces, validates and develops the Trans PE Future Approaches Questionnaire (TPEFAQ) to assess faculty perceptions and shape future approaches to transgender inclusion in Indian PE.

Materials and Methods: The study conducted a comprehensive analysis of the current state of transgender inclusion in PE and developed and validated the TPEFAQ, comprising four factors: Equality, Educational Rights, PE Teacher Training, and Societal Acceptance. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among n=70 participants from various universities across India. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) were utilized to establish the reliability and validity of the questionnaire. Statistical analyses, including Cronbach’s alpha coefficient, CFA, and variance analysis, were conducted using AMOS and SPSS version to examine model fit and internal consistency.

Results: The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient value for the entire questionnaire was 0.935, indicating strong reliability. CFA demonstrated good model fit indices (CFI = 0.964, GFI = 0.855, RMSEA = 0.084, RMR = 0.046), indicating the validity of the TPEFAQ in assessing transgender inclusion in Indian PE.

Conclusions: The TPEFAQ serves as a crucial tool for assessing faculty perceptions and shaping future approaches to transgender inclusion in Physical Education. The TPEFAQ contributes to a more inclusive and supportive educational experience, determining future approaches to transgender inclusion in Physical Education.