The Relationship between Self Efficacy with Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) among Accounting Students

Abstract

Higher order thinking skills (HOTS) are one of the skills that is emphasized in the 21st century learning environment. Students with high ability in thinking skills will be able to compete and gain a place in the global market. Self-efficacy is one of the elements that can be a catalyst for the achievement of HOTS among students. Therefore, this study was conducted with the main purpose to examine the relationship between students' self-efficacy and HOTS. In addition, this study was also conducted to identify the level of HOTS and self-efficacy among Accounting students. This study uses questionnaires and achievement tests as instruments to collect data. A total of 467 Form Four Accounting students were selected as the study sample using proportional stratified random sampling techniques. The Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES) instrument is used to measure students' self-efficacy. Meanwhile, the students' HOTS achievement is measured based on the total score obtained in the administered achievement test. Data were analyzed by descriptive and inferential using correlation analysis using IBM SPSS version 23. The findings of the study indicated that there is a significant positive relationship between students' self-efficacy and HOTS. The findings also show that the level of students' self-efficacy and HOTS is at a moderate level. Hence, when the level of selfefficacy of students increases, then the level of HOTS also will increase. The implication, teachers need to give emphasis to increase students' self-efficacy and thus increase HOTS in the teaching and learning process.

Constructing The Bridge of Understanding: The Role of Habit of Mind, Resilience, and Mathematical Self-Confidence in Solving HOTS Problems

“…This result is consistent with previous research that also found a positive relationship between psychological factors such as mathematical self-confidence and mathematical resilience with the ability to solve HOTS problems (Aini & Andreansyah, 2023;Garak et al, 2020). Furthermore, this study supports Bandura's theory of self-efficacy in learning, which states that students' confidence in their ability to complete specific tasks, including HOTS problems, can influence their learning outcomes (Goik Leng et al, 2020;Syarifah et al, 2019). A strong Habit of Mind can enhance students' self-efficacy in mathematics, making them more confident and motivated to face the challenges of HOTS problems.…”