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Online Learning Self-Efficacy Scale (OLSES, Zimmerman & Kulikowich)
EducationReliability: alpha 0.953 sample items
About this scale
A 22-item measure of student self-efficacy in three domains of online learning: learning in the online environment, time management, and use of technology. Developed and validated post-2010 for higher-education online courses.
Sample item(s)
“I can complete an online course with excellent grades. (learning)”
“I can manage my time effectively when learning online. (time)”
“I can navigate the course management system. (technology)”
Reliability
Reported internal consistency: alpha 0.95. As a rule of thumb, Cronbach’s α ≥ .70 is considered acceptable, ≥ .80 good, and ≥ .90 excellent for established measures.
Notes
Particularly relevant for post-COVID hybrid and HyFlex contexts.
Source & citation
Zimmerman, W. A., & Kulikowich, J. M. (2016): Online learning self-efficacy in students with and without online learning experience. American Journal of Distance Education, Vol. 30, No. 3, pp. 180–191.
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