An Exploratory Investigation of the Relationship Between Academic Self-efficacy and Use of Supplementary Academic Resources

The purpose of this quantitative exploratory study was to examine academic self-efficacy at the postsecondary level as it relates to the use of supplementary academic resources. This study focuses on academic self-efficacy levels in relationship to a student’s likelihood of seeking out institutional academic resources. The aim of this study was to document current student utilization practices of supplementary academic resources in hopes of informing strategic connections that can then link appropriate resources to the population in need, thereby enhancing student success, student retention, and degree attainment in post-secondary institutions. A series of surveys was used to gather data for this investigation including the College Self-Efficacy Inventory (CSEI) to establish mean self-efficacy scores. This data was later combined with the academic resource survey for analysis. Findings revealed a significant relationship between academic self-efficacy scores and end-of-term grade point averages. Recommendations include strategies to enhance student efficacy levels in hopes of strengthening student self-advocacy, connection to resources, and subsequent academic success.

Grantor dc:publisher

Creighton University

Year dc:date.issued

2017

Author dc:creator

• Heinrichs, Abigail

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Winter, Kathryn

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright is retained by the Author. A non-exclusive distribution right is granted to Creighton University and to ProQuest following the publishing model selected above.

Language dc:language.iso

en_US

Handle dc:identifier.uri

http://hdl.handle.net/10504/113609

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:cdr.creighton.edu:10504/113609