The Effect of Self-Efficacy on Learning Autonomy among Elementary School Students

Abstract

The problem addressed in this study is the relatively low level of learning independence among fifth grade students at Sekolah Dasar Aisyiyah Candipuro, which is assumed to be influenced by their level of self-efficacy. The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of self-efficacy on students’ learning independence. This study employed a quantitative approach with an ex post facto research design, since the variables had naturally occurred without any experimental treatment from the researcher. The participants were all fifth grade students of Sekolah Dasar Aisyiyah Candipuro. Data were collected using a closed-ended questionnaire based on a Likert scale to measure students’ self-efficacy and learning independence, and the instrument had been tested for validity and reliability prior to implementation. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics to describe the level of self-efficacy and learning independence, and inferential statistics in the form of simple linear regression to examine the effect of self-efficacy on learning independence. The results revealed that self-efficacy was in the sufficient to good category, learning independence was in the sufficient category, and self-efficacy had a significant positive effect on students’ learning independence.