Educational Aspirations: The Contribution of Personality, Self-Efficacy, and Interests.

Rottinghaus, Patrick J.; Lindley, Lori D.; Green, Melinda A.; Borgen, Fred H.

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ERIC Number: EJ650027

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Publication Date: 2002

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Educational Aspirations: The Contribution of Personality, Self-Efficacy, and Interests.

Rottinghaus, Patrick J.; Lindley, Lori D.; Green, Melinda A.; Borgen, Fred H.

Journal of Vocational Behavior, v61 n1 p1-19 Aug 2002

Using data from 365 students, blocks of Big Five personality factors, six self-efficacy measures, and six interests from the Strong Interest Inventory were entered into hierarchical regressions. Personality, self-efficacy, and interests each made independent contributions explaining the level of educational aspiration. (Contains 58 references.) (SK)

Descriptors: Academic Aspiration, Personality, Self Efficacy, Vocational Interests

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Language: English

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