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ERIC Number: EJ168750
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1977
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Expectancy Theory and Contract Grading Combined as an Effective Motivational Force for College Students
Polczynski, James J.; Shirland, L. E.
Journal of Educational Research, 70, 5, 238-41, May/Jun 77
Results of this study involving 280 college business students showed that student effort increased significantly using the contract grading method. (MM)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Business Education, College Students, Expectation, Motivation Techniques, Performance Contracts, Student Motivation
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