Indicadores de validade da Escala de Autoeficácia para Pesquisa Científica

Rafael Lima Dalle Mulle; Diana Aguiar Vieira; José Egídio de Oliveira; Fabiana Maris Versuti

doi:10.1590/1982-4327e3611

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Rafael Lima Dalle Mulle University of São Paulo https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1750-1210
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Diana Aguiar Vieira Polytechnic Institute of Porto
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José Egídio de Oliveira University of Luxembourg https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8358-1159
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Fabiana Maris Versuti University of São Paulo https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3504-4842
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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/1982-4327e3611

Keywords:

self-efficacy, scientific research, postgraduated training, psychometrics

Abstract

The context of postgraduate studies in Brazil is permeated by elements that generally involve scientific research. In this scenario, it is necessary to measure relevant variables. The aim of this study is to present evidence of the validity of the Self-Efficacy Scale for Scientific Research in a sample of Brazilian stricto sensu postgraduate students. A total of 444 stricto sensu postgraduate students took part, divided into 2 random groups for exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses. The final model of 5 factors and 25 items showed good fit indices [χ2/gl = 2.39; CFI = 0.91; GFI = 0.97; RMSEA = 0.079; SRMR = 0.055]. Convergent validity was achieved through Pearson's correlation analysis with the New General Self-Efficacy Scale. Discriminant validity was achieved using the Heterotrait-Monotrait Matrix. The scale proved to be a reliable and suitable instrument for measuring self-efficacy for scientific research.