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Kenny, Maureen E.; Walsh-Blair, Lynn Y.; Blustein, David L.; Bempechat, Janine; Seltzer, Joanne – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 2010
Drawing upon expectancy value, hope, and self-determination theories, this study explores the contributions of work-based beliefs and autonomy support as predictors of adaptive achievement-related beliefs. Two hundred and one urban high school students who were enrolled in a work-based learning program completed measures of work hope, autonomy…
Descriptors: Professional Autonomy, Student Motivation, Achievement Need, Adolescents
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Silberman, Harry F. – Journal of Vocational Behavior, 1974
Data were collected from 1016 students in grades 9-14 from 50 work education programs, and from 696 similar students who held part-time jobs but were not participating in work education programs. Participating students were significantly more satisfied with their jobs than were the nonparticipating students. (Author)
Descriptors: Cooperative Education, High School Students, Job Satisfaction, Part Time Employment