Table 1.
Finalized item pool for administration and factor analysis.
| Item number | Refined item pool |
| 1 | I can install applications/programs (like Zoom) on my cell phone, computer, or another electronic device on my own (without asking for help from someone else).a |
| 2 | I can use applications/programs (like Zoom) on my cell phone, computer, or another electronic device on my own (without asking for help from someone else).a |
| 3 | I can set up a video chat using my cell phone, computer, or another electronic device on my own (without asking for help from someone else).a |
| 4 | I can solve or figure out how to solve basic technical issues on my own (without asking for help from someone else).a |
| 5 | If you encounter a technical issue while using your cell phone, computer, or another electronic device, what do you do first?b |
| 6 | How often do you need someone (like your child/children) to help you with using your digital devices?c |
aResponse options range from 0 (strongly disagree) to 4 (strongly agree).
bResponse options include 0 (ask someone for help) and 1 (try and solve the technical issue on my own—without help from someone else).
cResponse options include 0 (always), 1 (almost always), 2 (about half the time), 3 (not very often), and 4 (never).