In the context of today’s digital learning environment, Information Literacy Self-Efficacy (ILSE) has become essential. With the dynamic and diverse information sources available, students are presented with numerous options to retrieve and utilize information. However, many first-year undergraduates often lack the confidence and skills to effectively evaluate, organize, and apply this information in academic contexts. This study aims to assess the ILSE of first-year undergraduate students in a public university in Johor and to examine its relationship with computer self-efficacy (CSE) and technology usage (TU). A quantitative survey was conducted among 74 respondents, and data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis. The results indicated that students demonstrated a moderate level of ILSE, reflecting both a foundational understanding and some uncertainty in handling academic information tasks. Further analysis revealed a moderate positive correlation between CSE and ILSE, suggesting that students with higher confidence in computer use are also more capable in information literacy tasks. The findings imply that while students begin their university journey with basic ILSE, there remains a need for structured guidance and instructional support to strengthen these skills. The study recommends collaborative efforts between librarians and lecturers to design integrated information literacy programs that can foster stronger self-efficacy and better equip students for academic success.
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