scholarly journals Social cognitive determinants of exercise behavior in the context of behavior modeling: a mixed method approach

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 205520761881155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kiemute Oyibo ◽  
Ifeoma Adaji ◽  
Julita Vassileva
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Direct Effect ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Exercise Behavior ◽  
Behavior Modeling ◽  
Outcome Expectation ◽  
Persuasive Technologies

Research has shown that persuasive technologies aimed at behavior change will be more effective if behavioral determinants are targeted. However, research on the determinants of bodyweight exercise performance in the context of behavior modeling in fitness apps is scarce. To bridge this gap, we conducted an empirical study among 659 participants resident in North America using social cognitive theory as a framework to uncover the determinants of the performance of bodyweight exercise behavior. To contextualize our study, we modeled, in a hypothetical context, two popular bodyweight exercise behaviors – push ups and squats – featured in most fitness apps on the market using a virtual coach (aka behavior model). Our social cognitive model shows that users’ perceived self-efficacy (βT = 0.23, p < 0.001) and perceived social support (βT = 0.23, p < 0.001) are the strongest determinants of bodyweight exercise behavior, followed by outcome expectation (βT = 0.11, p < 0.05). However, users’ perceived self-regulation (βT = –0.07, p = n.s.) turns out to be a non-determinant of bodyweight exercise behavior. Comparatively, our model shows that perceived self-efficacy has a stronger direct effect on exercise behavior for men (β = 0.31, p < 0.001) than for women (β = 0.10, p = n.s.). In contrast, perceived social support has a stronger direct effect on exercise behavior for women (β = 0.15, p < 0.05) than for men (β = −0.01, p = n.s.). Based on these findings and qualitative analysis of participants’ comments, we provide a set of guidelines for the design of persuasive technologies for promoting regular exercise behavior.

scholarly journals Investigating Relationship among Research Self-Efficacy, Research Outcome Expectation, and Research Interest of Cambodian Faculty: Testing Social-Cognitive Theory

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phyrom Eam
Keyword(s):  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Research Interest ◽  
Outcome Expectation ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Research Outcome ◽  
Terminal Degree ◽  
Interest In Research

<p>Social-Cognitive Theory has been used in a number of previous studies centered on research interest. A key angle of this theory seeks to test if faculty who believe they have ability and skills to accomplish research tasks effectively (i.e. having high research self-efficacy) and those who anticipate meaningful outputs from engaging in those research activities (i.e. having high research outcome expectation) are more likely to hold persistent interest in research works. Based on this theoretical framework and with the purpose to bring the current research practices in a developing context of higher education into discussion, this study set out to examine to what extent research self-efficacy and research outcome expectation predict research interest of Cambodian faculty. Participants in the study were 453 faculty members from ten major universities in the country. The main analyses were conducted using Hierarchical Multiple Linear Regression. The study detected that three blocks of independent variables (i.e. controlled personal and professional background variables, research self-efficacy, and research outcome expectation) explained about 37% of variances in research interest, with research self-efficacy accounting for the highest percentage of the total explained variances. Yet, the interaction effect of the research self-efficacy and research outcome expectation on research interest was not statistically significant. With terminal degree countries and disciplines as moderators, further moderation analyses indicated that the effect of research self-efficacy and research outcome expectation on research interest did not vary across disciplines and across places where participants obtained their terminal degree. Through these empirical analyses, this article offered some constructive thoughts on the current practices and policies of research culture building in the studied context. </p>

Do College Students Benefit from Their Social Media Experience?

2015 ◽  
pp. 259-278
Author(s):  
Ling Fang ◽  
Louisa Ha
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
College Students ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Efficacy Research ◽  
Media Experience

As young people are increasingly dependent on Social Networking sites (SNS) to socialize, seek information, and self-broadcast, their SNS consumption has been found to be associated with social capital and social support in a positive way especially among individuals with low psychological assets. This exploratory study investigated SNS involvement in relation to college students' perceived self-efficacy change afterwards based on the social cognitive theory and literature review on social media effects studies. Undergraduate students (N = 395) in a Midwest U.S. public university participated in a web survey in September 2012. Results indicated a positive potential of involving in SNS activities to strengthen users' self-efficacy. Research data also point to the mediating roles of social support and social learning on SNS involvement and self-efficacy, especially among low self-efficacy college students with homogenous SNS networks. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

The Role of Social Influence and Prior Experience on Citizens' Intention to Continuing to Use E-Government Systems

2015 ◽  
pp. 229-250 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mubarak Alruwaie
Keyword(s):  
Social Influence ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Prior Experience ◽  
Outcome Expectation ◽  
Personal Factors ◽  
Service Usage ◽  
Use Of The Internet

The increasing use of the Internet over recent years has forced governments and individuals to utilise Information & Communication Technology (ICT) in the form of electronic government (e-government). However, the success of e-government delivery is dependent on usage generally but also on growing concerns about perceived social influence and prior experience of e-government service usage; this is in order to ensure better utilisation of ICT investments by retaining current users. Few studies have investigated the influences of perceived social influence and prior experience on personal factors, such as self-efficacy, personal outcome expectation and satisfaction, towards intention to the continual use of e-government systems. To fill this gap, the present research develops a conceptual framework by associating it with citizens' prior experience. A conceptual framework of six constructs is developed by integrating Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) and Expectation Confirmation Theory (ECT). Theoretically, the present study extends the roles of pre-adoption and post-adoption by offering a self-regulating process through self-efficacy as a physical ability. Further, the study reveals the importance of social influence and prior experience as well as personal outcome expectation and satisfaction as cognitive factors that represent personal goal assessments.

Older Adults’ Exercise Behavior: Roles of Selected Constructs of Social-Cognitive Theory

2007 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 206-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Renée Umstattd ◽  
Jeffrey Hallam
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Exercise Behavior ◽  
Outcome Expectancy ◽  
Regular Exercise ◽  
Exercise Interventions

Exercise is consistently related to physical and psychological health benefits in older adults. Bandura’s social-cognitive theory (SCT) is one theoretical perspective on understanding and predicting exercise behavior. Thus, the authors examined whether three SCT variables—self-efficacy, self-regulation, and outcome-expectancy value—predicted older adults’ (N= 98) exercise behavior. Bivariate analyses revealed that regular exercise was associated with being male, White, and married; having higher income, education, and self-efficacy; using self-regulation skills; and having favorable outcome-expectancy values (p< .05). In a simultaneous multivariate model, however, self-regulation (p= .0097) was the only variable independently associated with regular exercise. Thus, exercise interventions targeting older adults should include components aimed at increasing the use of self-regulation strategies.

The Role of Social Influence and Prior Experience on Citizens' Intention to Continuing to Use E-Government Systems

2014 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 1-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mubarak Alruwaie
Keyword(s):  
Social Influence ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Prior Experience ◽  
Electronic Government ◽  
Outcome Expectation ◽  
Personal Factors ◽  
Service Usage

The increasing use of the Internet over recent years has forced governments and individuals to utilise Information & Communication Technology (ICT) in the form of electronic government (e-government). However, the success of e-government delivery is dependent on usage generally but also on growing concerns about perceived social influence and prior experience of e-government service usage; this is in order to ensure better utilisation of ICT investments by retaining current users. Few studies have investigated the influences of perceived social influence and prior experience on personal factors, such as self-efficacy, personal outcome expectation and satisfaction, towards intention to the continual use of e-government systems. To fill this gap, the present research develops a conceptual framework by associating it with citizens' prior experience. A conceptual framework of six constructs is developed by integrating Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) and Expectation Confirmation Theory (ECT). Theoretically, the present study extends the roles of pre-adoption and post-adoption by offering a self-regulating process through self-efficacy as a physical ability. Further, the study reveals the importance of social influence and prior experience as well as personal outcome expectation and satisfaction as cognitive factors that represent personal goal assessments.

scholarly journals Application of Social Cognitive Theory On Factors Affecting Completeness of Child Immunization: Evidence from Pacitan, East Java

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Puspita Mayangsari Prabowo ◽  
◽  
Setyo Sri Rahardjo ◽  
Eti Poncorini Pamungkasari ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Health Personnel ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Outcome Expectation ◽  
Vicarious Learning ◽  
Immunization Status

ABSTRACT Background: Every infant is required to receive complete basic immunization before the age of one year. According to UNICEF, around 19.4 million infants do not receive complete basic immunization. The purpose of this study was to examine factors affecting completeness of child immunization using Social Cognitive Theory. Subjects and Method: A cross sectional study was carried out at 25 integrated health posts (posyandu) in Pacitan, East Java, Indonesia. A sample of 200 infants aged 12-23 months was selected by simple random sampling. The dependent variable was basic immunization completeness. The independent variables were intention, knowledge, self-efficacy, outcome expectation, vicarious learning, family support, health personnel support, and social capital. The data were analyzed by a multiple logistic regression rin on Stata 13. Results: Complete immunization status increased with high knowledge (OR= 13.39; 95% CI= 2.12 to 84.39; p= 0.006), strong self-efficacy (OR= 6.05; 95% CI= 1.29 to 28.35; p= 0.022), positive outcome expectation (OR= 15.20; 95% CI= 2.75 to 83.89; p= 0.002), vicarious learning (OR= 4.30; 95% CI= 0.81 to 22.67; p= 0.085), strong family support (OR= 6.36; 95% CI= 1.30 to 31.11; p= 0.022), strong health personnel support (OR= 20.38; 95% CI= 3.16 to 131.36; p= 0.002), strong intention (OR= 43.52; 95% CI= 4.20 to 450.515; p= 0.002), and strong social capital (OR= 4.41; 95% CI=0.98 to 19.85; p= 0.053). Conclusion: Complete immunization status increases with high knowledge, strong self-efficacy, positive outcome expectation, vicarious learning, strong family support, strong health personnel support, strong intention, and strong social capital. Keywords: complete immunization status, social capital, Social Cognitive Theory Correspondence: Puspita Mayangsari Prabowo. Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret. Jl. Ir. Sutami 36A, Surakarta 57126, Central Java. Email: [email protected]. Mobile: +6287859294881. DOI: https://doi.org/10.26911/the7thicph.03.118

scholarly journals A Test of Social Cognitive Theory to Explain Men’s Physical Activity During a Gender-Tailored Weight Loss Program

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. NP176-NP187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Myles D. Young ◽  
Ronald C. Plotnikoff ◽  
Clare E. Collins ◽  
Robin Callister ◽  
Philip J. Morgan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Outcome Expectations ◽  
Weight Loss Program ◽  
Medium Effect

Physical inactivity is a leading contributor to the burden of disease in men. Social–cognitive theories may improve physical activity (PA) interventions by identifying which variables to target to maximize intervention impact. This study tested the utility of Bandura’s social cognitive theory (SCT) to explain men’s PA during a 3-month weight loss program. Participants were 204 overweight/obese men ( M [ SD] age = 46.6 [11.3] years; body mass index = 33.1 [3.5] kg/m2). A longitudinal, latent variable structural equation model tested the associations between SCT constructs (i.e., self-efficacy, outcome expectations, intention, and social support) and self-reported moderate-to-vigorous PA (MVPA) and examined the total PA variance explained by SCT. After controlling for Time 1 cognitions and behavior, the model fit the data well (χ2 = 73.9, degrees of freedom = 39, p < .001; normed χ2 = 1.9; comparative fit index = 0.96; standardized root mean residual = 0.059) and explained 65% of the variance in MVPA at Time 2. At Time 2, self-efficacy demonstrated the largest direct and total effects on MVPA (βdirect = .45, p < .001; βtotal = .67, p = .002). A small-to-medium effect was observed from intention to MVPA, but not from outcome expectations or social support. This study provides some evidence supporting the tenets of SCT when examining PA behavior in overweight and obese men. Future PA and weight loss interventions for men may benefit by targeting self-efficacy and intention, but the utility of targeting social support and outcome expectations requires further examination.

scholarly journals AKSEPTANSI TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI KOMUNIKASI: PENDEKATAN SOCIAL COGNITIVE THEORY

1970 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Irwan Susanto
Keyword(s):  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Outcome Expectation

Social Cognitive Theory banyak dikenal sebagai teori pembelajaran, teori sikap dan perilaku. Artikel merupakan essay tentang social cognitive theory yang digunakan untuk mengamati perilaku penggunaan (akseptansi) TIK oleh pengguna (user). Beberapa penelitian melakukan pendekatan triadic reciprocal, ada yang menggunakan pendekatan skema akseptansi TIK. Makalah ini mengidentifikasikan bagaimana pendekatan Social Cognitive Theory digunakan untuk menjelaskan hubungan perilaku, sikap, motivasi dan lingkungan dalam pengambilan keputusan penggunaan TIK. Hasil indentifikasi menunjukkan bahwa terdapat dua faktor utama yang berperan dalam memahami hubungan pengaruh tersebut, yaitu self efficacy dan outcome expectation. Pemahaman kedua faktor utama tersebut perlu dibarengi dengan pemahaman perilaku TIK yang diadop. Kata kunci : social cognitive theory, akseptansi, triadic, efficacy,TIK

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