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Book Synopsis
Presenting a theory of human motivation from a social-cognitive perspective, this book addresses the roles played by cognitive, vicarious, self-regulatory, and self-reflective processes in psychosocial functioning. It emphasizes reciprocal causation through the interplay of cognitive, behavioral, and environmental factors.

Table of Contents


1. Models of Human Nature and Casualty.


2. Observational Learning.


3. Enactive Learning.


4. Social Diffusion and Innovation.


5. Predictive Knowledge and Forethought.


6. Incentive Motivators.


7. Vicarious Motivators.


8. Self-Regulatory Mechanisms.


9. Self-Efficacy.


10. Cognitive Regulators.


References.


Index.

Social Foundations of Thought and Action

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      Publisher: Pearson Education
      Publication Date: 11/8/1985 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780138156145, 978-0138156145
      ISBN10: 013815614X

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Presenting a theory of human motivation from a social-cognitive perspective, this book addresses the roles played by cognitive, vicarious, self-regulatory, and self-reflective processes in psychosocial functioning. It emphasizes reciprocal causation through the interplay of cognitive, behavioral, and environmental factors.

      Table of Contents


      1. Models of Human Nature and Casualty.


      2. Observational Learning.


      3. Enactive Learning.


      4. Social Diffusion and Innovation.


      5. Predictive Knowledge and Forethought.


      6. Incentive Motivators.


      7. Vicarious Motivators.


      8. Self-Regulatory Mechanisms.


      9. Self-Efficacy.


      10. Cognitive Regulators.


      References.


      Index.

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