‘Self-efficacy’ is used in 4 frameworks

Self-efficacy is the belief in one’s ability to succeed in achieving an outcome or reaching a goal. Self-efficacy is related to whether a student believes that s/he has sufficient control over his/her environment in order to succeed. High self-efficacy reflects confidence in the ability to exert control over one's own motivation, behavior, and environment and allows students to become effective advocates for themselves.

The perception that one can do something successfully.

The strength of individuals’ beliefs in their ability to execute tasks and achieve goals.

Self-efficacy is a person’s belief about his or her capabilities to perform tasks or assignments that can change and transform his or her life. It determines how the person feels, thinks, behaves and motivates themselves. Self-efficacy has the potential to determine four major processes namely cognitive, motivational, affective and selection processes.