Self Efficacy and Problem Solving Ability of Economics Students in Indonesia

Abstract

Research aims to determine the relationship between self-efficacy and the ability to solve economic problems. Self-efficacy affects how individuals think, feel, motivate themselves, and act. The approach used in this study is a quantitative approach and research using the survey method. This research was conducted at one of the high schools in Indonesia. This shows that there is a significant relationship between self-efficacy and students' critical thinking abilities. That is, strong or high Self-Efficacy is needed by students in solving these economic problems so that they can achieve success in learning. Students with high Self-Efficacy will be better able to survive facing these economic problems, easily solve tasks and economic problems, and failure to solve economic problems is considered due to lack of effort or learning. Keywords—self efficacy; ability to solve economic problems