DEVELOPMENT OF THE SELF-EFFICACY IN SMARTPHONE USE SCALE FOR OLDER ADULTS
2024
Developing a Scale to Measure Smartphone Use Confidence in Older Adults
Sample size: 400
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Cheng Yutian, Gondo Yasuyuki
Primary Institution: Osaka University
Hypothesis
The study aims to develop a scale for measuring the self-efficacy of smartphone use among older adults.
Conclusion
The developed scale consists of 26 items and shows good reliability and construct validity.
Supporting Evidence
- The final questionnaire consists of 26 items after item deletion based on factor loading and correlation analysis.
- The scale revealed a three-factorial solution with good reliability.
- Scores of self-efficacy showed significant positive correlations with general self-efficacy.
Takeaway
This study created a questionnaire to help older people feel more confident using smartphones, which can help them use technology better.
Methodology
An internet survey was conducted with 400 Japanese older adults, followed by exploratory factor analysis.
Limitations
The study is limited to Japanese older adults aged 60 to 89.
Participant Demographics
400 participants aged 60 to 89, with 50% being female.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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