Self-Efficacy in Online Learning: A Review of the Literature

• In Event: Roundtables
  In Roundtable Session: RTD-Roundtables:C

Short Description

The purpose of the study is to systematically review empirical research on self-efficacy in online learning environments. Self-efficacy is an important predictor of performance and other motivational variables. As online learning is becoming increasingly popular, it is important to better understand the role of self-efficacy in online learning. This study 1) summarizes current research trends in the field; and 2) discusses implications of the findings and suggestions for future research.

Authors

• Presenter: Xiaoxia Huang, Western Kentucky University

• Presenter: E-Ling Hsiao, Valdosta State University