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Peer reviewedWicker, Frank W.; And Others – Journal of Social Psychology, 1990
Studies test validity of the instruments used to measure intrinsic motivation. Compares behavioral and self-report measures among undergraduates of intrinsic task interest to momentary mood, long-term motivational orientation, and interest in competing activities. Finds the behavioral measure depends on how treatments affect interest in…
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Psychological Studies, Student Motivation, Test Reliability
