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ERIC Number: EJ319329
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Peer Models: Influence on Children's Self-Efficacy and Achievement.
Schunk, Dale H.; Hanson, Antoinette R.
Journal of Educational Psychology, v77 n3 p313-22 Jun 1985
The influence on children's self-efficacy and achievement through observation of peer models learning cognitive skills was investigated. The effects of modeled mastery and coping behaviors were explored. Observing a peer model led to higher self-efficacy for learning, posttest self-efficacy, and achievement. (Author/DWH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Achievement, Peer Influence, Persistence, Pretests Posttests, Role Models, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Subtraction
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Coping Model; Mastery Model
Note: Research was supported by a grant from The Spencer Foundation.