Effects of a Mastery versus Competitive Motivation Situation on Learning.

Bergin, David A.

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Publication Date: 1995

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Effects of a Mastery versus Competitive Motivation Situation on Learning.

Bergin, David A.

Journal of Experimental Education, v63 n4 p303-14 Sum 1995

College students randomly assigned to mastery goal (n=26) or competitive goal (n=25) situations read a passage and took a free-recall test. The mastery situation resulted in higher achievement and greater interest, and there was no significant difference between groups in learning strategies. (SLD)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Students, Competition, Goal Orientation, Higher Education, Interests, Learning Motivation, Learning Strategies, Mastery Learning, Motivation, Recall (Psychology)

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Note: Support provided by the University of Toledo (Ohio).