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Peer reviewedHupp, Susan C.; Abbeduto, Leonard – Journal of Early Intervention, 1991
This study examined behaviors reflecting mastery motivation in 17 young (ages 2 and 3) children with moderate and severe cognitive delays. Results supported the application of the mastery motivation model to this group of children who used mastery behaviors significantly more often than lower level exploratory behaviors. Use of mastery behaviors…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Child Development, Learning Motivation, Mental Retardation
Peer reviewedMickelson, Roslyn Arlin; Yon, Maria G. – International Journal of Social Education, 1995
Asserts that the common perception of homeless children is that they are physically and psychologically impaired by their living circumstances and unable to function effectively in schools. Reports on a case study of efforts to educationally motivate homeless children. Discusses the implications for children's motivation. (CFR)
Descriptors: Child Development, Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Development, Early Childhood Education
