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Developing self-efficacy through a massive open online course on study skills

Padilla Rodriguez, B. C. and Armellini, A. (2017) Developing self-efficacy through a massive open online course on study skills. Open Praxis. 9(3) 2304-070X.

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Abstract:
Self-efficacy is a strong predictor of academic performance, and an area of interest for higher education institutions. This paper reports on a massive open online course (MOOC) on study skills, aimed at increasing self-efficacy. Participants (n=32) were from Mexico and Colombia, with ages ranging from 21 to 45 years. At the beginning and the end of the MOOC, learners answered a survey that included the General Self-Efficacy Scale, items on specific study skills, and space for optional comments. Findings show statistically significant increases in general self-efficacy after completing the MOOC, as well as in the perceived self-efficacy related to five out of six study skills. Comments suggest that participants are aware of and value their own improvement. For students, MOOCs can represent low-risk, formative opportunities to widen their knowledge and increase their self-efficacy. For academic institutions, well-designed MOOCs on study skills provide a means to support students.
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Self-efficacy, study skills, massive open online courses, MOOCs, online learning
Creators:
Padilla Rodriguez, B. C. and Armellini, A.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Research Institutes > Institute of Learning & Teaching
Date:
22 September 2017
Date Type:
Publication
Journal or Publication Title:
Open Praxis
Volume:
9
Number:
3
Language:
English
ISSN:
2304-070X
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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