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http://dx.doi.org/10.14408/KJEMS.2013.17.1.051

A study on academic self-efficacy and self-directed learning attitude of the EMT students  

Choi, Gil-Soon (Department of Emergency Medical Technology, Dong Kang College University)
Chae, Min-Jeong (Dept. of Nursing, Seoyeong College University)
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The Korean Journal of Emergency Medical Services / v.17, no.1, 2013 , pp. 51-62 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose : The purpose of this study was to verify the effects of academic self-efficacy on self-directed learning attitude of emergency medical students. Methods : A total of 209 emergency medical technology students filled out the questionnaire after receiving the informed consents. The questionnaire consisted of demographical characteristics, academic self-efficacy and self-directed learning attitude. Results : Academic self-efficacy and self-directed learning attitude of the subjects were above mean average. Higher correlations existed between academic self-efficacy and self-directed learning attitude of the subjects, and the significant positive correlations were found between sub-factors of the academic self-efficacy and self-directed learning attitude. The academic self-efficacy of the subjects had the significant influence on the self-directed learning, and self-efficacy. The self-confidence among sub-factors in the academic self-efficacy had a significant influence on self-directed learning attitude and sub-factors. Conclusion : The results of the study subjects of academic self-efficacy had a significant influence on the attitude of self-directed learning, In particular, self-efficacy and confidence of the academic self-efficacy sub-factors showed a significant impact on the sub-factors, attitudes and self-directed learning. This study will provide the basic data for the implementation of the educational programs. This will be effective in managing the knowledge, information, self-directed learning attitude and academic self-efficacy.
Keywords
Self-efficacy; Attitude; Emergency medical technology students;
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