Descriptor
| Cognitive Psychology | 2 |
| Cognitive Structures | 2 |
| Educational Psychology | 2 |
| Educational Research | 2 |
| Higher Education | 2 |
| Learning Strategies | 2 |
| Abstract Reasoning | 1 |
| Cognitive Development | 1 |
| Cognitive Processes | 1 |
| Concept Formation | 1 |
| Educational Theories | 1 |
| More ▼ | |
Author
| Harrison, Allison W. | 1 |
| Hochwarter, Wayne A. | 1 |
| Preuss, Achim | 1 |
| Rainer, R. Kelly, Jr. | 1 |
| Schnotz, Wolfgang | 1 |
| Thompson, Kenneth R. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 2 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 2 |
Education Level
Audience
| Researchers | 1 |
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewedSchnotz, Wolfgang; Preuss, Achim – European Journal of Psychology of Education, 1997
Describes a theoretical framework for the analysis of conceptual change that considers conceptual knowledge as a generative cognitive tool for the creation of more specific mental representations. Argues that a task-oriented interaction between propositional structures and mental models can help learners evaluate the consistency of their…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Structures
Peer reviewedHarrison, Allison W.; Rainer, R. Kelly, Jr.; Hochwarter, Wayne A.; Thompson, Kenneth R. – Journal of Social Psychology, 1997
Briefly reviews Albert Bandura's Self-Efficacy Performance Model (ability to perform a task is influenced by an individual's belief in their capability). Tests this model with a sample of 776 university employees and computer-related knowledge and skills. Results supported Bandura's thesis. Includes statistical tables and a discussion of related…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Structures, Educational Psychology
