Online Learning During COVID-19 Pandemic: The Mediating Role of Self-Efficacy in the Relationship Between Digital Literacy and Academic Performance

Authors

  • Y.Nurli binti Abu Bakar
  • Maz Ainy Abd Azis
  • Zarinah Abdul Rasit
  • Marshita Hashim
  • Kamaruzzaman Muhammad

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5296/ijld.v13i2.20933

Keywords:

COVID-19, Digital literacy, Higher learning institution (HLI), Self-efficacy, Online learning

Abstract

The widespread COVID-19 outbreak in 2020 has forced various organisations to transform their operations from traditional to more advanced approaches through digital technologies. Likewise, fast-changing technologies have also influenced the education system in higher learning institutions (HLI) on the importance of online learning and digital literacy. Earlier studies found several issues related to online learning. Although digital literacy was recognised as a fundamental component to improve students’ performance, the extent to which it improves academic performance remains speculative. This study proposes a relationship between digital literacy and academic performance and highlights the influence of self-efficacy in the relationship. Using a survey method, data were gathered from accounting students studying at one of Malaysia’s public universities. The SEMPLS results indicate a significant positive relationship between digital literacy and academic performance. There is also evidence of the indirect relationship between digital literacy and academic performance, which is influenced by self-efficacy.

Author Biographies

Y.Nurli binti Abu Bakar

Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Maz Ainy Abd Azis

Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Cawangan Selangor, Kampus Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Zarinah Abdul Rasit

Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Cawangan Selangor, Kampus Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Marshita Hashim

Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Cawangan Selangor, Kampus Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

Kamaruzzaman Muhammad

Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA

Cawangan Selangor, Kampus Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

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Published

2024-06-18

How to Cite

Abu Bakar, Y. binti, Abd Azis, M. A., Rasit , Z. A., Hashim, M., & Muhammad, K. (2024). Online Learning During COVID-19 Pandemic: The Mediating Role of Self-Efficacy in the Relationship Between Digital Literacy and Academic Performance. International Journal of Learning and Development, 13(2), 89–110. https://doi.org/10.5296/ijld.v13i2.20933