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ERIC Number: EJ773567
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2003
Pages: 20
Abstractor: Author
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ISSN: ISSN-0735-6331
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The Internet Self-Perception Scale: Measuring Elementary Students' Levels of Self-Efficacy regarding Internet Use
Hinson, Janice; DiStefano, Christine; Daniel, Cathy
Journal of Educational Computing Research, v29 n2 p209-228 2003
This study investigated fourth grade students' perceptions of abilities to use the Internet. The 31-item research instrument measuring Internet Self-Perceptions was adapted for use from the Reader Self-Perception Scale (RSPS) developed by Henk and Melnick (1995). The RSPS survey was based upon Bandura's (1977, 1986, 1995) research in the areas of perceived self-efficacy. Information from an administration of the Internet Self-Perception Scale (ISPS) uncovered four correlated factors, which described children's self-perceptions about their Internet skills. These four dimensions matched factors found with previous studies of self-efficacy and self-perceptions in other content areas and showed high reliability (Cronbach's alpha ranged 0.73-0.87). Additionally, cluster analysis revealed five different types of Internet learners thought to be present in elementary school classrooms. Suggestions for teaching strategies and fostering children's perceptions of Internet skills are provided. The following are appended: (1) Internet Self-Perception Scale; and (2) Items by Factor for the ISPS. (Contains 3 tables.)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Grade 4
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Language: English
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