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The Effectiveness of an Interactive Training Program in Developing a Set of Non-Cognitive Skills in Students at University of Petra
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Gheith, Eman; Aljaberi, Nahil M. – International Education Studies, 2017
This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of interactive training programs in developing a set of non-cognitive skills in students at the University of Petra. Furthermore, it sought to examine the impact of the sex, academic year, and university major variables on developing these skills in students who underwent the training program, as…
Descriptors: Grade Point Average, Empathy, Self Esteem, Teaching Methods
The Impact of Locus of Control on Language Achievement
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Nodoushan, Mohammad Ali Salmani – Online Submission, 2012
This study hypothesized that students' loci of control affected their language achievement. 198 (N = 198) EFL students took the Rotter's (1966) locus of control test and were classified as locus-internal (ni = 78), and locus-external (ne = 120). They then took their ordinary courses and at the end of the semester, they were given their exams.…
Descriptors: Locus of Control, Grade Point Average, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning
Exploring Individual Differences as Determining Factors in Student Academic Achievement in Higher Education
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Cassidy, Simon – Studies in Higher Education, 2012
The study investigated the association and relative influence of cognitive/motivational and demographic factors on final degree grade point average (GPA) in a single undergraduate cohort. Although academic self-efficacy, approaches to learning, prior achievement and age all produced significant correlations with GPA, regression analysis identified…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Higher Education, Grade Point Average, Self Efficacy
Metacognitive and Affective Factors of College Students with and without Learning Disabilities
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Hall, Cathy W.; Webster, Raymond E. – Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability, 2008
Metacognitive and attitudinal factors in the academic performance of college students with and without disabilities were assessed and compared. GPA, metacognitive knowledge and practice, resiliency, self-efficacy, locus of control, and need for achievement were examined. Similarities as well as notable differences were found between the LD (N=27)…
Descriptors: Locus of Control, College Students, Grade Point Average, Self Efficacy
Comparing Outcomes of an Alternative School Program Offered with and without Intensive Family Involvement.
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Aeby, Victor G.; Manning, Brenda H.; Thyer, Bruce A.; Carpenter-Aeby, Tracy – School Community Journal, 1999
Two cohorts of students attending an alternative school for chronically disruptive youth received either the standard program or the standard program with additional family involvement. The experimental group experienced statistically significant improvements in locus of control, grade point averages, attendance, and reduced dropout rate, relative…
Descriptors: Attendance, Behavior Problems, Comparative Analysis, Dropout Rate
A Comparison of Student Outcomes with and without Teacher Facilitated Computer-Based Instruction.
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Powell, Jack V.; Aeby, Victor G. Jr.; Carpenter-Aeby, Tracy – Computers & Education, 2003
Studied the use of a computer-based instructional package called SuccessMaker with disruptive students to determine its effects on locus of control and grade point average. Results of pretests and posttests showed an improvement in academic outcomes when the intervention was teacher facilitated. (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware