Achievement of learning in computer environments: Self-efficacy, goals and cognitive style
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Autoeficacia, metas de aprendizaje, estilo cognitivo, logro de aprendizaje, hipermedia.Abstract
This study examined the effect of a computing environment that incorporatesa module to enable the academic efficacy on goal setting,self-efficacy and learning achievement of elementary students learningto solve problems with fractional numbers, individually and in pairs.The interaction between these variables and the cognitive style, in thefield dependence-independence dimension, was explored. 50 fifthgraders of a public institution participated in this research. The EFT(Embedded Figures Test) was used to measure cognitive style. Academicachieving was assessed with the computing environment. Similarly, thegoals formulated by the student were recorded in the software. Selfefficacywas measured using the MSLQ test. For the treatment of thedata, a MANCOVA was performed. Results showed, higher goal settingfor students working in pairs, compared to those working individually.Moreover, field independent students set more demanding goals forthemselves than their field dependent peers; no significant differenceswere found for learning achievement between students from differentcognitive styles. Regarding efficacy, there were no significant differencesbetween students who interacted individually and in pairs. This way, itis possible to conclude that efficiency modules on the achievement ofindividual learning; however, self-efficacy was favored equally in individualwork and in pairs.Downloads
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