A Longitudinal Inquiry of Sources of Teacher Self-Efficacy: From the Professional Experience into the First Year of Teaching

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Title: A Longitudinal Inquiry of Sources of Teacher Self-Efficacy: From the Professional Experience into the First Year of Teaching
Language: English
Authors: Kang Ma (ORCID 0000-0002-2600-7150), Michael Cavanagh (ORCID 0000-0002-6537-4447)
Source: European Journal of Teacher Education. 2026 49(1):152-167.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 16
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Preservice Teachers, Beginning Teachers, Self Efficacy, Longitudinal Studies, Teaching Experience, Cultural Influences, Teacher Placement
Geographic Terms: China
DOI: 10.1080/02619768.2024.2311695
ISSN: 0261-9768
1469-5928
Abstract: The cultivation of robust teacher self-efficacy (TSE) has been regarded as essential in the early career stages; however, little is known about its sources and changing mechanisms during such a period, especially in the Chinese context. The study utilised a longitudinal qualitative method, interviewing participants (n = 6) at the beginning and completion of their professional experience and the end of the first teaching semester. The results indicate mastery experience and vicarious experience were the most reported sources, whereas neither social persuasion nor physiological and emotional states were valued. Variations in the effects and cultural specificity of the sources were apparent. Implications and limitations are discussed.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: EJ1503198
Database: ERIC
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