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Pryor, Robert G. L.; Bright, Jim – Australian journal of Career Development, 2003
Four theoretical streams--contexualism/ecology, systems theory, realism/constructivism, and chaos theory--contributed to a theory of individuals as complex, unique, nonlinear, adaptive chaotic and open systems. Individuals use purposive action to construct careers but can make maladaptive and inappropriate choices. (Contains 42 references.) (SK)
Descriptors: Careers, Change, Constructivism (Learning), Context Effect