Table 17 EFA and CA: General self-organization abilities, Self-organization abilities during digital learning, Independent learning abilities, User resistance
Factor/construct | Explained variance (%) | Factor loading | CA | Measurement items | Justification for deleting item after EFA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1: General self-organization abilities | 17 | 0.772 | 0.845 | In my studies, I am self-disciplined and I find it easy to set aside reading and homework time | |
0.783 | I am able to manage my study time effectively and complete assignments on time | ||||
0.774 | In my studies, I set goals and have a high degree of initiative | ||||
0.726 | When it comes to learning and studying, I am a self-directed person | ||||
0.658 | I plan out my week’s work in advance, either on paper or in my head | ||||
2: Self-organization abilities during digital learning | 15 | 0.726 | 0.849 | Not being at the university campus hinders me from studying | |
0.701 | I am not able to organize my time during digital learning effectively | ||||
0.847 | I lack the daily routine due to absence of classes at university | ||||
0.734 | I find it difficult to get up in the morning without having a scheduled class | ||||
0.250 | I manage to complete the assignments for online courses | Unlink the other items that measure typical characteristics of self-organization abilities, like e.g., routines, time management, or motivation, this item relates to completing assignments, but without a direct link to self-organization abilities | |||
0.653 | I am more systematic and organized during digital learning | ||||
3: User resistance | 13 | 0.780 | 0.844 | I will not comply with the change from face-to-face to digital learning | |
0.857 | I will not cooperate with the change from face-to-face to digital learning | ||||
0.753 | I oppose the change from face-to-face to digital learning | ||||
0.734 | I do not agree with the change from face-to-face to digital learning | ||||
4: Independent learning abilities | 11 | 0.640 | 0.682 | I enjoy finding information about new topics on my own | |
0.614 | Even when tasks are difficult, I try to stick with them | ||||
0.670 | I am open to new ways of doing familiar things | ||||
0.681 | I enjoy being set a challenge | ||||
− 0.239 | I tend to be motivated to work by assessment deadlines | Item is the only negatively worded item on this scale and is closely related to factor 1 since it is closely related to time management | |||
0.398 | I take responsibility for my learning experiences | Item is very abstract, especially compared to the other items in this scale | |||
0.540 | I enjoy new learning experiences |