Evaluating the Psychometric Properties of the Authorial Identity Questionnaire: A Confirmatory Factor Analysis Perspective (Preprint)

UNSTRUCTURED This study delves into the intricate relationship between writing and identity within academic contexts, drawing upon Ivanič's (1998) model of writer identity and Prior's (2001) insights into authorial voice. By introducing a novel model of authorial identity and validating it through a comprehensive questionnaire, the research addresses persistent gaps in understanding the nuanced interplay between writing and identity. Engaging 106 university students in Indonesia from diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and academic years, the study employs rigorous methods, including reliability analysis, correlation coefficients, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). Results indicate robust reliability of the Authorial Identity Questionnaire (AIQ) and unveil meaningful correlations between authorial identity dimensions. EFA highlights latent factors, while CFA validates the hypothesized model, emphasizing the intricate relationships among Authorial Voice and Identity, Authorial Persona, Authorial Background, and Authorial Style. Structural Equation Model (SEM) fit indices, though indicating potential room for improvement, underscore the overall adequacy of the model. This research contributes a nuanced understanding of authorial identity in academic writing, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of this construct and the need for continued exploration and refinement.