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Murayama, Kou; Pekrun, Reinhard; Lichtenfeld, Stephanie; vom Hofe, Rudolf – Child Development, 2013
This research examined how motivation (perceived control, intrinsic motivation, and extrinsic motivation), cognitive learning strategies (deep and surface strategies), and intelligence jointly predict long-term growth in students' mathematics achievement over 5 years. Using longitudinal data from six annual waves (Grades 5 through 10;…
Descriptors: Mathematics Achievement, Achievement Gains, Cognitive Processes, Learning Strategies
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Felker, Donald W.; Thomas, Susan Bahlke – Child Development, 1971
Four hypotheses were derived from the proposition that positive self-concept is due partly to an ability to utilize self-initiated verbal reinforcement. (Authors)
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Correlation, Hypothesis Testing, Locus of Control
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Bartel, Nettie R. – Child Development, 1971
Results of this study were interpreted in terms of the social control function served by the public schools. (Author/RY)
Descriptors: Achievement, Behavioral Science Research, Correlation, Hypothesis Testing