A study on the relationship between students' perceived computer self efficacy and self-efficacy for information literacy skills
Serap Kurbanoglu, Ph.D. (Hacettepe University, Department of Information
Studies)
Buket Akkoyunlu, Ph. D. (Hacettepe University, Department of Computers
and Instructional Technologies Education)
Turkey
Paper: 1/2 hour
Convergence & Continuity
Self-efficacy refers to a belief in one's ability to perform specific tasks. According to the theory and research (Bandura, 1977; 1986; 1989; 1995) self efficacy makes a difference in how people feel, think, motivate themselves and act.
Individuals must feel confident in using certain tools/technologies and skills in order to employ them effectively. Learning certain skills is not enough, individuals should also develop confidence in the skills that they are learning. Success is not simply based on the possesion of necessary skills for performance, it requires the confidence to use these skills effectively.
Information and computer literacies are two concepts closely linked to self efficacy. Individuals must feel confident and competent in the use of information sources, in the use of any tools and technologies to find, use and communicate information and in the use of any related information and computer literacy skills. in order to become life-long learners. In other words, self efficacy is an integral part of self regulated learning.
In this paper, the importance of helping students to attain self efficacy as part of information and computer literacy programmes will be pointed out. Findings of an ongoing study on measuring perceived self efficacy for information and computer literacy skills of both initial teacher training students and library science students will be presented. The aim of the study is to explore the significance of the relationship between perceived self efficacy for information literacy and computer literacy of the students. In order to obtain data, a survey, which is based on two different 5 point Likert scales, is conducted to question students' level of confidence on these two main areas. Responses will be summed to obtain overall measurement. Changes across the years on these skills and comparison of the outcomes of different groups will also be introduced.
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