Conceptions of Ability [electronic resource] / Carolyn M. Jagacinski and John G. Nicholls.

Two different conceptions of ability are proposed. The first conception of ability is more differentiated and generally employed by adults and older children. Here ability level is defined with reference to the performance of others assuming that optimum effort was employed. High ability means highe...

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Online Access:	Full Text (via ERIC)
Main Author:	Jagacinski, Carolyn M.
Other Authors:	Nicholls, John G., 1940-1994
Format:	Electronic eBook
Language:	English
Published:	[S.l.] : Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse, 1982.
Subjects:	Academic Ability. Academic Achievement. Achievement Need. Attribution Theory. Cognitive Ability. Concept Formation. Egocentrism. Evaluation Criteria. Higher Education. Learning Motivation. Performance Factors. Self Concept. Self Evaluation (Individuals) Success.