
Handbook of Competence and Motivation
Guilford Publications (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 29. April 2005
Book
Hardback
704 pages
978-1-59385-123-1 (ISBN)
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Description
In one volume, this important handbook provides a comprehensive, authoritative review of achievement motivation and establishes the concept of competence as an organizing framework for the field. The editors synthesize diverse perspectives on why and how individuals are motivated in school, sport, work, and other settings. Written by leading investigators, chapters reexamine central constructs in achievement motivation; explore the impact of developmental, contextual, and sociocultural factors; and analyze the role of self-regulatory processes. Focusing on the ways in which achievement is motivated by the desire to experience competence and avoid experiencing incompetence, the volume integrates disparate theories and findings and sets forth a coherent agenda for future research.
Reviews / Votes
"This magnificent review and analysis of every aspect of achievement motivation brings together the work of widely recognized experts. The Handbook is an incredible resource for anyone interested in motivation, and an excellent volume to draw from for college teaching." - Deborah J. Stipek, PhD, Stanford University School of Education, USA"Without question, this handbook represents a landmark effort! It is a timely contribution to the study of motivation, the development of competence, and the nature and causes of achievement. This marvelous presentation of research findings and theoretical perspectives will stand for some time as a major resource for those working in the field. It is sure to prompt and profoundly shape future research in the area." - Martin L. Maehr, PhD, Combined Program in Education and Psychology and Educational Studies, University of Michigan, USA "This magnificent review and analysis of every aspect of achievement motivation brings together the work of widely recognized experts. The Handbook is an incredible resource for anyone interested in motivation, and an excellent volume to draw from for college teaching." - Deborah J. Stipek, PhD, Stanford University School of Education, USA
"Without question, this handbook represents a landmark effort! It is a timely contribution to the study of motivation, the development of competence, and the nature and causes of achievement. This marvelous presentation of research findings and theoretical perspectives will stand for some time as a major resource for those working in the field. It is sure to prompt and profoundly shape future research in the area." - Martin L. Maehr, PhD, Combined Program in Education and Psychology and Educational Studies, University of Michigan, USA
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 174 mm
Weight
1488 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-59385-123-1 (9781593851231)
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Andrew J. Elliot | Carol S. Dweck | David S. Yeager
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Andrew J. Elliot | Carol S. Dweck
Handbook of Competence and Motivation
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Content
Part 1. Introduction. A.J. Elliot, C.S. Dweck, Competence and Motivation: Competence as the Core of Achievement Motivation. Part 2. Central Constructs. R.J. Sternberg, Intelligence, Competence, and Expertise. O.C. Schultheiss, J.C. Brunstein, An Implicit Motive Perspective on Competence. A.J. Elliot, A Conceptual History of the Achievement Goal Construct. B. Weiner, Motivation from an Attributional Perspective and the Social Psychology of Perceived Competence. D.H. Schunk, F. Pajares, Competence Perceptions and Academic Functioning. J.S. Eccles, Subjective Task Value and the Eccles et al. Model of Achievement-Related Choices. C.S. Dweck, D.C. Molden, Self-Theories: Their Impact on Competence Motivation and Acquisition. M. Zeidner, G. Matthews, Evaluation Anxiety: Current Theory and Research. Part 3. Developmental Issues. M.K. Rothbart, J. Hwang, Temperament and the Development of Competence and Motivation. M. Lewis, M.W. Sullivan, The Development of Self-Conscious Emotions. R. Butler, Competence Assessment, Competence, and Motivation between Early and Middle Childhood. A. Wigfield, A.L. Wagner, Competence, Motivation, and Identity Development during Adolescence. J. Heckhausen, Competence and Motivation in Adulthood and Old Age: Making the Most of Changing Capacities and Resources. Part 4. Contextual Influences. E.M. Pomerantz, W.S. Grolnick, C.E. Price, The Role of Parents in How Children Approach Achievement: A Dynamic Process Perspective. K.R. Wentzel, Peer Relationships, Motivation, and Academic Performance at School. T. Urdan, J.C. Turner, Competence Motivation in the Classroom. J.L. Duda, Motivation in Sport: The Relevance of Competence and Achievement Goals. R. Kanfer, P.L. Ackerman, Work Competence: A Person-Oriented Perspective. R.M. Ryan, K.W. Brown, Legislating Competence: High-Stakes Testing Policies and Their Relations with Psychological Theories and Research. Part 5. Demographics and Culture. J.S. Hyde, A.M. Durik, Gender, Competence, and Motivation. S. Graham, C. Hudley, Race and Ethnicity in the Study of Motivation and Competence. J. Brooks-Gunn, M.R. Linver, R.C. Fauth, Children's Competence and Socioeconomic Status in the Family and Neighborhood. J. Aronson, C.M. Steele, Stereotypes and the Fragility of Academic Competence, Motivation, and Self-Concept. V.C. Plaut, H.R. Markus, The "Inside" Story: A Cultural-Historical Analysis of Being Smart and Motivated, American Style. C.Y. Chiu, Y.Y. Hong, Cultural Competence: Dynamic Processes. Part 6. Self-Regulatory Processes. B.J. Zimmerman, A. Kitsantas, The Hidden Dimension of Personal Competence: Self-Regulated Learning and Practice. C.S. Carver, M.F. Scheier, Engagement, Disengagement, Coping, and Catastrophe. F. Rhodewalt, K.D. Vohs, Defensive Strategies, Motivation, and the Self: A Self-Regulatory Process View. L. Wheeler, J. Suls, Social Comparison and Self-Evaluations of Competence. E.L. Deci, A.C. Moller, The Concept of Competence: A Starting Place for Understanding Intrinsic Motivation and Self-Determined Extrinsic Motivation. M. Csikszentmihalyi, S. Abuhamdeh, J. Nakamura, Flow. M.A. Runco, Motivation, Competence, and Creativity. P.M. Gollwitzer, J.A. Bargh, Automaticity in Goal Pursuit. G. Oettingen, M. Hagenah, Fantasies and the Self-Regulation of Competence.