Role Of Self-efficacy Research Articles

The Role of Self-efficacy and Locus of Control on Work Readiness Among Gen Z

As a generation who start entering the work force. Gen Z faces unique challenges and opportunities as they transition from education to employment. One issues that come up from this transition was readiness to work. The study explored how self-efficacy and locus of control influence work readiness in Generation Z. The research method use was quantitative research with multiple regression statistic to analyse the data. Respondents of the research were 70 students higher education in the last year ((M= 17; F= 53) and mean of age = 20.9 (20 years 10 months). The data were collect with questionnaire of general self-efficacy, locus of control and work readiness. The result show that self-efficacy significantly influence to work readiness, and locus of control did not influence to work readiness among generation Z. Based on this finding it can see that to improve the students’ readiness to work, the intervention of self-efficacy was more useful than locus of control. This model suggests that training programs or interventions aimed at enhancing self-efficacy may be more effective in increasing work readiness than those that concentrate solely on the internal locus of control, especially among generation Z with all the uniqueness.

The Role of Self-efficacy in Motivating Middle School Students' Learning

Self-efficacy is a pivotal psychological factor that shapes an individual's actions and motivations, significantly influencing the learning journey of middle school students. By examining the current state of self-efficacy and learning motivation among adolescents, this paper, drawing on practical teaching insights, explores their interplay. Evidence suggests that students with robust self-efficacy tend to exhibit stronger learning motivation and resilience, whereas those with lower self-efficacy are more likely to shy away from academic challenges. Hence, bolstering students' self-efficacy is critical for enhancing their learning drive. The paper proposes strategies such as achievement feedback, teacher support, and peer interaction to improve self-efficacy among middle school students.

Empowering Teacher Intention to Intervene: The Role of Self-Efficacy in Addressing Homophobic Bullying

Empowering Teacher Intention to Intervene: The Role of Self-Efficacy in Addressing Homophobic Bullying

Does subordinate moqi ignite employee creativity? The role of self-efficacy and face consciousness

Purpose Drawing on the self-concept-based theory, this study aims to consider subordinate moqi as a source of forming self-concept to develop a conceptual model to examine the relationships between subordinate moqi and employee creativity, including self-efficacy as a mediator and face consciousness as a moderator. Design/methodology/approach An online survey was conducted and 188 subordinate-supervisor paired samples were collected in China. This paper applied the multiple linear regression method to test the proposed hypotheses. Findings Results show that subordinate moqi is positively related to employee creativity, and employee self-efficacy mediates the positive relationship between subordinate moqi and employee creativity. Additionally, face consciousness moderates the positive effect of self-efficacy on employee creativity and the indirect effect of subordinate moqi on employee creativity via employee self-efficacy. Practical implications These findings suggest that employees, managers and organizations should foster subordinate moqi, especially for the managers whose subordinates have low-level creativity. Moreover, fostering subordinate moqi can enhancing employee self-efficacy and further promote employee creativity. Additionally, our findings show the moderating role of face consciousness. That is, face consciousness can be regarded as a management tool to inspire employees’ intrinsic motivation to achieve goal tasks. Especially in the Chinese context, the face culture is quite prominent. Originality/value The findings provide empirical evidence on how and when subordinate moqi promote employee creativity. This study enriches our understanding of subordinate moqi.

Roles of self-efficacy and self-control in the association between relative deprivation and psychological well-being among undergraduate students during COVID-19 pandemic

Prior research show that relative deprivation can decrease individuals’ psychological well-being. However, the underlying mechanism between relative deprivation and psychological well-being remains unclear. To explore the mediating effects of self-efficacy and self-control on the relationship between relative deprivation and psychological well-being. 426 undergraduate students submitted the online survey that assessed their psychological well-being, relative deprivation, self-efficacy and self-control. Students experienced high levels of psychological well-being, moderate to high levels of relative deprivation and moderate levels of self-efficacy and self-control. Parallel mediators of self-efficacy and self-control on the relationship between relative deprivation and psychological well-being were significant (each p < 0.01). This study explores the underlying mechanism between relative deprivation and psychological well-being by identifying the parallel mediators of self-efficacy and self-control. Effective interventions should be taken to alleviate students’ relative deprivation and promote their self-efficacy, self-control and psychological well-being during future pandemics.

Towards Understanding AI Delegation: The Role of Self-Efficacy and Visual Processing Ability

Recent work has proposed artificial intelligence (AI) models that can learn to decide whether to make a prediction for a task instance or to delegate it to a human by considering both parties’ capabilities. In simulations with synthetically generated or context-independent human predictions, delegation can help improve the performance of human-AI teams—compared to humans or the AI model completing the task alone. However, so far, it remains unclear how humans perform and how they perceive the task when individual instances of a task are delegated to them by an AI model. In an experimental study with 196 participants, we show that task performance and task satisfaction improve for the instances delegated by the AI model, regardless of whether humans are aware of the delegation. Additionally, we identify humans’ increased levels of self-efficacy as the underlying mechanism for these improvements in performance and satisfaction, and one dimension of cognitive ability as a moderator to this effect. In particular, AI delegation can buffer potential negative effects on task performance and task satisfaction for humans with low visual processing ability. Our findings provide initial evidence that allowing AI models to take over more management responsibilities can be an effective form of human-AI collaboration in workplaces. 1

The role of self-efficacy and tangible support in managing depression in fibromyalgia: Expanding social support strategies

The role of self-efficacy and tangible support in managing depression in fibromyalgia: Expanding social support strategies

Relationship Between Self-efficacy and Attention using QEEG with Students from IUE

Self-efficacy is related to the judgments and beliefs that a person has about him or her own capability to achieve goals, in which she or he also needs to be able of planning, organizing, and executing tasks to achieve that milestone. In this study, we are investigating if attention has a relevant role in self-efficacy. The participants were students at Institución Universitaria de Envigado (N = 25), aged between 18 and 40 years old. They filled out the informed consent, the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSS), Digits and Symbols (DS), the Brief Attention Test (BTA), and the Theta-Beta ratio (TBR) using EEG at points C3-C4 of the cerebral cortex. The results were as follows: mean GSS, 31.56 (SD=4.5) (max. 40 points); mean DS direct score, 45.16 (SD=8.6) (max. 120 points); mean total BTA, 9.4 (SD = 3.31) (max. 20 points); mean TBR C3 eyes open, 5.5 (SD = 1.7); TBR C4 eyes open, 5.2 (SD = 2). A negative correlation was found between the TBR C4 eyes open and the result of the Digits and Symbols DS test, which was statistically significant, using Spearman correlation, (-.529); however, there was no significant correlation between GSS self-efficacy and the three measures of attention (DS, BTA, QEEG) The conclusion of this study is that there is no clear statistically significant relationship between high self-efficacy and a high level of attention. However, a significant negative correlation was found between the DS test and the QEEG measures, which indicates that the neurophysiological technique of attentional measurement is related to the psychometric measurement.

Special needs students' vocabulary mastery: The role of self-efficacy as a mediator in the implementation group counseling model with modern puppet media

Special needs students' vocabulary mastery: The role of self-efficacy as a mediator in the implementation group counseling model with modern puppet media

The Role of Self-Efficacy as a Mediator Between Active Organization and Job Readiness

The world of work requires students to have abilities and work skills as a basis for negotiation since willingness to work is the basis. At the same time, the organization promotes students' self-efficacy, making them more mature and career-ready. This study aims to determine the importance of self-efficacy as a mediator between organizational activities and work readiness. The research method uses a quantitative approach. The subjects were 95 students from the Faculty of Economics and Management, Mulawarman University, who were selected through simple random sampling. The data collection method uses three types of scales: work readiness scale, organizational activity scale, and self-efficacy scale. Structural Equation Modeling analysis technique and statistical software Smart PLS are adopted. The research results show that self-efficacy can play a partial role as a mediator between organizational activity and students' job readiness, organizational activity can directly affect students' work motivation, and Organizational activity can affect students' self-efficacy. This study concludes that self-efficacy plays a vital role in improving students' job readiness, directly or indirectly, in the current millennium.

The role of self-efficacy in shaping physical activity and mental health among middle-aged and older Asian immigrants in the United States

The role of self-efficacy in shaping physical activity and mental health among middle-aged and older Asian immigrants in the United States

Exploring students' mathematical literacy: The role of Self-efficacy and learning environment

Exploring students' mathematical literacy: The role of Self-efficacy and learning environment

How Psychological Safety Impacts Job Crafting: Roles of Self-Efficacy and Humble Leadership

This study investigates how psychological safety influences job crafting through self-efficacy as a mediating mechanism and humble leadership as a moderator. A three-wave design, yielding 663 accurate responses, was employed to recruit employees in the banking industry. A structural equation modeling approach and SPSS PROCESS macro were used to arrive at valid outcomes. The results demonstrate that psychological safety positively impacts self-efficacy. Self-efficacy relates positively with job crafting and mediates the association between psychological safety and job crafting. Also, humble leadership moderates and boosts the association between psychological safety, self-efficacy and job crafting. Theoretical and practical implications are offered.

Patient experiences and desires for recovery after ankle fracture surgery

ObjectiveThis study investigates patients’ experiences of commencing weight-bearing after ankle fracture surgery and their recovery priorities to inform a new rehabilitation intervention. MethodsEmbedded within the Weight bearing in Ankle Fractures (WAX) trial, this qualitative study conducted semi-structured interviews with patients following ankle fracture surgery. The Behaviour Change Wheel (BCW) framework guided the interview questions to ensure comprehensive domain coverage. A purposive, maximum variation sampling strategy was used for participant selection. Data analysis employed a combined deductive and inductive approach. ResultsA total of 29 patients were interviewed, revealing five key themes: understanding the recovery journey, navigating the healthcare system, understanding personal physical capabilities, building confidence for weight-bearing, and resuming daily activities. Themes emphasised the variability in healthcare access, the impact of non-weight-bearing on independence, and the role of self-efficacy in recovery. ConclusionsThe study highlighted the diversity in patient experiences and recovery challenges post-ankle fracture surgery. Patients’ recovery was influenced by access to consistent healthcare advice, self-efficacy, and the physical and psychological impact of non-weight-bearing. The findings suggest a need for tailored, patient-centred rehabilitation interventions that consider individual recovery trajectories and promote self-management. These insights provide a foundational understanding for developing interventions that more effectively address patient priorities and barriers to recovery.

Intention to Quit Smoking in Active Smoking Health Students: What is the Role of Self-Efficacy?

Intention to Quit Smoking in Active Smoking Health Students: What is the Role of Self-Efficacy?

Boosting Teacher Work Engagement: The Role of Self-Efficacy, Resilience, and Personality Traits

Boosting Teacher Work Engagement: The Role of Self-Efficacy, Resilience, and Personality Traits

The Role of Self-Efficacy in Reducing Unemployment: A Field Study on Women in Indonesia

Women still face significant challenges in many societies in achieving equal opportunities in employment. Despite efforts, substantial disparities persist between males and females in unemployment rates. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the relationship between self-efficacy and unemployment among women in Indonesia, specifically in Jakarta and Surabaya, through survey data analysis. The sample included 500 women from diverse age, educational, and professional backgrounds. The results indicate a moderate level of unemployment among Indonesian women, with variations in post-graduation experiences. Additionally, the study reveals that a higher level of self-efficacy among women, affects their abilities in effective interaction and emotional management in the workplace. Furthermore, the findings demonstrate a statistically significant positive correlation (α = 0.05) between unemployment and self-efficacy levels. The study underscores the importance of governmental policy support and institutional collaboration to enhance women's employment opportunities and their active participation in the economy, thereby contributing to sustainable development and comprehensive societal progress.

Reform-based Mathematics Teaching Practices for Teacher Candidates’ Professional Development

K-6 teacher candidates in the USA are required to meet three mathematics criteria, (1) attainment of conceptual understanding, (2) correctness of procedure fluency and (3) an understanding of mathematics reasonings and problems-solving from Educative Teacher Performance Assessment [edTPA], which is the most popular assessment for initial certification/licensure teacher candidates in the U.S.A. Research demonstrated that teacher candidates’ can be enhanced to better prepare for reform-based mathematics teaching. The purpose for designing this study was to examine how K-6 teacher candidates’ professional development transferred to reform-based mathematics teaching that align with three edTPA criteria. The study implemented the mixed methods with 15 K-6 teacher candidates participating in both quantitative and qualitative research activities. Data were collected from participants’ final assessment portfolios to evaluate candidates’ teaching effectiveness, The study also conducted semi-structured verbal interviews with candidates’ math lesson design, reformed-based mathematics teaching, and the role of self-efficacy in doing reform-based teaching. Results indicated that candidates face multiple challenges in transferring from skill-repeated (traditional) math teaching to reasonings-developed (reform-based) math pedagogy. Teacher candidates agreed that from traditional to reform-based mathematics teaching benefits their teaching effectiveness. Methods for facilitating reform-based teaching in mathematics via professional development is discussed.

Self-control and meaning in life among Chinese young adults: The role of self-efficacy

Self-control is crucial for success in academics and careers, especially in an environment full of temptation. Although previous studies have suggested that a high level of meaning in life and self-efficacy can improve self-control, the mechanism of how meaning in life and self-efficacy affect self-control remains unclear. Guided by goal systems theory, the present study aimed to explore this mechanism in a sample of 821 Chinese young adults aged 19–40 years. Results showed that (a) females showed less presence of meaning, action self-efficacy, and coping self-efficacy, but more self-reinforcing than males; (b) both presence of meaning and search for meaning significantly and positively predicted the three components of self-control and two dimensions of self-efficacy; (c) action self-efficacy partially mediated the relationship between the two dimensions of meaning in life and the three components of self-control; (d) coping self-efficacy has a negative effect on self-evaluating. Our results suggested that to enhance self-control in young adults, it is necessary to emphasize the enhancement of action self-efficacy while engaging in life-meaning education, particularly for females.

Pengaruh konformitas positif terhadap kompetensi sosio-emosional yang dimediasi oleh self-efficacy pada santri remaja

Socio-emotional competence in adolescence is needed in socio-emotional development where individuals are able to manage emotions and interact with others and develop healthy relationships. Positive conformity behavior is used as a cognitive strategy to adjust to peer groups so that deviant behavior can be avoided. In order for positive conformity to develop properly, self-efficacy is needed as a mediator to increase socio-emotional competence. The purpose of this study was to examine self-efficacy as a mediator between positive conformity and socio-emotional competence. This research method uses a quantitative approach using population quotas. The subjects in this study were all 197 students of SMP YPUI Darul Ulum Banda Aceh City. The instruments used were the Delaware Social Emotional Competence Scale-Student (DSECS-S), the Peer Conformity Disposition Scale (PCDS), and the General Self Efficacy Scale (GSES). Data analysis was performed using the Process Macro Analysis Hayes mediation analysis technique. The results of the study show that there is a significant effect of positive conformity on socio-emotional competence. With the role of self-efficacy as a mediator, positive conformity can indirectly increase the socio-emotional competence of young students at Islamic boarding schools.