The purpose of this study is to examine the mediating effect of information capabilities in the relationship between the utilization of smart devices and career maturity among middle and high school students, as well as the moderated mediating effect of school level. For this purpose, a survey was conducted using Google forms with 400 middle and high school students from February 1, 2024, to April 6, 2024. It was analyzed survey data through frequency and correlation analysis using SPSS Win 27.0 Ver. and the mediation effect and moderated mediating effect were analyzed using the SPSS PROCESS macro 4.2 ver (Model 4, 7). The level of smart device utilization among Korean middle and high school students is relatively low, while their information capabilities and career maturity are high. Second, The level of smart device utilization among middle and high school students affects career maturity through the path of information capabilities. The higher the level of smart device utilization, the higher the information capabilities, and the increased information capabilities, in turn, enhance career maturity. Finally, The effect of smart device utilization on career maturity, mediated by information capabilities, varies depending on the school level. This indicates that the indirect effect of smart device utilization on career maturity through information capabilities differs between middle and high school students. This study highlights the importance of not only enhancing the utilization of smart devices but also improving information capabilities to foster career maturity among Korean middle and high school students.

Authors:
Eun Jeung Kim, Kyungpook National University, South Korea

About the Presenter(s)
Professor Eun Jeung Kim is a University Assistant Professor/Lecturer at Kyungpook National University in South Korea

See this presentation on the full schedule – On Demand Schedule

Bookmark

---

A Note to Presenters

To enhance academic profiles and showcase research, we encourage all presenters and co-presenters to include links to their public LinkedIn, ResearchGate profile, and research websites. Presenters may update their bio for their presentation by completing the form linked below by October 22, 2024.
- Presenter Information Update Form
Submitted changes will be reflected on November 01, 2024

Additionally, presenters should also update their IAFOR account details if there have been any changes to affiliations or biographies.
- https://submit.iafor.org/my-account/edit-account