SELF-EFFICACY AND STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN ONLINE LEARNING DURING PANDEMIC

Abstract

The pandemic has changed policies in education, specifically the transformation of face-to-face learning to online learning. Online learning is the most realistic alternative so that students are not endangered to Covid-19 and can still progress in learning. However, online learning also negatively influences students: burnout, procrastination, inability to follow lessons adequately, lack of interaction with teachers and peers, and low engagement. Self-efficacy, which beliefs in completing every task, even in difficult situations, has an important role. Therefore, this study aims to explain a portrayed of student engagement in online learning during the pandemic. In addition, this study will also describe the role of self-efficacy toward student engagement in online learning during the pandemic. The method used in this research is qualitative with a literature review approach. The primary data in this study came from journals, books, and legislation which were then studied systematically and described descriptively. The results of this study revealed that self-efficacy is a pivotal variable influencing engagement. Therefore, increasing students' self-efficacy in academic competence contributes to enhancing their participation and positive attitudes towards the online learning environment during the pandemic.