Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE)

Eachus, P; Cassidy, SF

Abstract

The aim of this research was to develop a scale that could evaluate an individual’s confidence in using the Internet. Web-based resources are becoming increasingly important within higher education and it is therefore vital that students and staff feel confident and competent in the access, provision, and utilisation of these resources. The scale developed here represents an extension of previous research (Cassidy and Eachus, 2002) which developed a measure of self-efficacy in the context of computer use. An iterative approach was used in the development of the WUSE and the participants were recruited via a web site set up for this purpose. Initial findings suggest that the scale has acceptable standards of reliability and validity though work is continuing to improve the psychometric properties of the scale.

Citation

Eachus, P., & Cassidy, S. Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE). Presented at Education in a Changing Environment, University of Salford, UK

• Presentation Conference Type: Other
• Conference Name: Education in a Changing Environment
• Conference Location: University of Salford, UK
• End Date: Sep 14, 2004
• Deposit Date: Jun 1, 2009
• Publicly Available Date: Jun 1, 2009
• Additional Information: Additional Information : ISBN: 9780902896802; Event Type : Conference; Funders : Teaching and Learning Quality Improvement Scheme