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ERIC Number: EJ452396
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1992
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-0663
Classroom Learning and Motivation: Clarifying and Expanding Goal Theory.
Blumenfeld, Phyllis C.
Journal of Educational Psychology, v84 n3 p272-81 Sep 1992
Directions for future research on goal theory are suggested. The need for greater specificity in construct definition and the possible contributions of constructivist perspectives on learning and instruction are considered. An investigation is proposed of the way social goals interact with mastery and performance goals. (Author/SLD)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Definitions, Educational Objectives, Educational Research, Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning, Mastery Learning, Performance, Research Needs, Social Influences, Student Motivation
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Constructivist Theory; Goal Theory; Task Characteristics