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

Güliz Kaymakcı; Murat Urfalıoğlu

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

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

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

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

Ethical Statement

Ethical Committee Permission Information Name of the board that carries out ethical assessment: Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University Ethics Committee of Social and Human Sciences The date and number of the ethical assessment decision: 26.10.2022-13/39

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English

Subjects

Development of Science, Technology and Engineering Education and Programs, Special Talented Education, Educational Technology and Computing

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Research Article

Authors

Güliz Kaymakcı
0000-0002-3428-5214
Türkiye

Murat Urfalıoğlu ^*
0000-0002-2893-8135
Türkiye

Early Pub Date

September 30, 2025

Publication Date

October 21, 2025

Submission Date

April 16, 2025

Acceptance Date

September 30, 2025

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Year 2025 Volume: 13 Number: 26

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Kaymakcı, G., & Urfalıoğlu, M. (2025). The Relationship between Technology Integration Self-Efficacy Perception and Digital Competence Level of SAC (Science and Art Centers) Teacher. Journal of Computer and Education Research, 13(26), 1216-1241. https://doi.org/10.18009/jcer.1677518

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1.Kaymakcı G, Urfalıoğlu M. The Relationship between Technology Integration Self-Efficacy Perception and Digital Competence Level of SAC (Science and Art Centers) Teacher. JCER. 2025;13(26):1216-1241. doi:10.18009/jcer.1677518

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Kaymakcı, Güliz, and Murat Urfalıoğlu. “The Relationship Between Technology Integration Self-Efficacy Perception and Digital Competence Level of SAC (Science and Art Centers) Teacher”. Journal of Computer and Education Research, vol. 13, no. 26, Oct. 2025, pp. 1216-41, doi:10.18009/jcer.1677518.

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1.Güliz Kaymakcı, Murat Urfalıoğlu. The Relationship between Technology Integration Self-Efficacy Perception and Digital Competence Level of SAC (Science and Art Centers) Teacher. JCER. 2025 Oct. 1;13(26):1216-41. doi:10.18009/jcer.1677518