The Relationship between Technology Integration Self-Efficacy Perception and Digital Competence Level of SAC (Science and Art Centers) Teacher

Authors : Güliz Kaymakcı, Murat Urfalıoğlu

Pages : 1216-1241

Doi:10.18009/jcer.1677518

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Publication Date : 2025-10-21

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study employed a quantitative research design to investigate the self-efficacy and digital competencies of 101 teachers working in Science and Art Centres (SAC) across multiple provinces, selected via purposive sampling during the 2022–2023 academic year. Participants’ gender, branch, and seniority were also considered. Data were collected using the Personal Information Form, the Digital Competencies Scale for Educators, and the Technology Integration Self-Efficacy Perception Scale. Findings revealed that teachers’ technology integration self-efficacy was generally high, with significant differences based on gender and branch, but not seniority. Digital competencies were highest in the Integrative and Expert dimensions, with no significant differences across gender, branch, or seniority. Furthermore, a positive moderate correlation was found between technology integration self-efficacy and digital competencies. These results highlight the importance of supporting teachers through targeted training programs to enhance digital skills and the effective integration of technology in education.
Keywords : SAC, digital competence, teacher, gifted education, technology

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