Journal of Practical Engineering Education (실천공학교육논문지)

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The Mediating Effect of Reflective Journal Writing on Writing Self-efficacy and Academic Achievement in a PBL Writing Course

  • Si-Yeon Pyo (College of Paideia, Sungkyul University)
  • Received : 2023.07.03
  • Accepted : 2023.08.10
  • Published : 2023.08.30
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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between writing self-efficacy and academic achievement in a project-based university writing class, and the mediating effect of reflective journal writing. A total of 135 college students participated in the study. The results showed that students with higher writing self-efficacy had higher academic achievement and wrote more reflective journaling. Reflective journaling was found to have a positive impact on reviewing learned content, improving metacognition and memory, and promoting idea development. Overall, consistent reflective journal writing not only enhanced writing self-efficacy but also positively influenced academic performance.

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