Distance Learners' Self-efficacy and Information Literacy Skills |
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| Authors: | Yingqi Tang Hung Wei Tseng |
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| Institution: | 1. Houston Cole Library, Jacksonville State University, 700 Pelham Rd. N, Jacksonville, AL 36256-1602, United States;2. Office of Distance Education, Jacksonville State University, 700 Pelham Rd. N, 212A Self Hall, Jacksonville, AL 36256-1602, United States |
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| Abstract: | This study investigates distance learners' information literacy skills in using digital library resources and the factors (online learning and information manipulation) that correlate with learners' information seeking self-efficacy. In addition, distance learners' preferences with regard to digital resources selection and interests of developing information seeking skills were examined. 3517 students enrolled in one or more distance education courses were invited to participate in the online survey; 219 students completed the survey, for a response rate of 6.2%. The results revealed that distance learners who have higher self-efficacy for information seeking and proficiency in information manipulation exhibited higher self-efficacy for online learning. Moreover, students with high self-efficacy demonstrated superior knowledge of digital resources selection. Students who have low self-efficacy with regard to information seeking were more likely to express interest in learning how to use the library resources, although learning techniques for database searching was the exception. |
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| Keywords: | Self-efficacy e-Learning Academic library Information seeking Information manipulation |
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