Variable

Construct

Statements

Number of statements

Cronbach’s

Alpha

Independent Variable: Source of Funding

Family Support

I have received financial support from my family or sponsors for my practical work.

5

0.902

Family support has been crucial in funding my practical training.

I feel more motivated and focused on my academic performance with the support of my family

Family support has reduced the financial burden associated with practical work.

I believe family support positively impacts my academic performance.

Personal Savings

I have used my personal savings to fund my practical work.

5

0.918

Personal savings have been a reliable source of funding for my practical work.

Relying on personal savings has enabled me to cover practical work expenses effectively.

Using personal savings has reduced financial stress during my practical training.

I believe using personal savings positively impacts my academic performance.

Scholarships

I have received scholarships to support the financial aspect of my practical work.

5

0.903

Scholarships have been instrumental in covering practical work expenses.

Scholarships have enabled me to focus more on my academic performance during practical training.

The availability of scholarships has reduced the financial burden associated with practical work.

I believe receiving scholarships positively influences my academic performance.

Part-time employment

I have engaged in part-time employment to financially support my practical work.

5

0.954

Part-time employment has been helpful in covering practical work expenses.

Balancing part-time employment with academic responsibilities during practical training has been manageable.

I believe part-time employment positively impacts my academic performance.

Part-time employment has enabled me to fund my practical work effectively.

Loans

I have taken out loans to finance my practical work.

5

0.937

Loans have provided necessary financial support for my practical training.

Managing loan repayments has not significantly affected my academic performance.

Loans have enabled me to participate in practical work without major financial constraints.

I believe taking out loans positively influences my academic performance.