Perceptions on self-efficacy of students studying at secondary education in the TRNC on Internet security

Abstract

It has been undertaken to determine perceptions on self-efficacy of high school students in relation to internet usage. In this quantitative study, the sample consisted of 880 high school students studying in 30 high schools located within the borders of TRNC. General Survey method as a type of descriptive research method is used for this research. In accordance with the sample of this research, participants¿ self-efficacy perceptions on safe internet usage were examined in 4 dimensions. As a result, students are found to have adequate security in the Social Networks they regularly use, whereas they are moderately competent in Web Security and Social Engineering. Main reason of this outcome is the fact that the students do not use the internet in full consciousness and correctly, thus the students should receive training on these matters.