Define Self-Efficacy, Provide a Brief Example, Explain the Role It

question 23

Essay

Define self-efficacy, provide a brief example, explain the role it plays in self-regulation, and note the four factors that affect it.

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Definitions:

Theory Of Reasoned Action

Fishbein and Ajzen’s theory of the relationship between attitudes and behaviour. A specific attitude that has normative support predicts an intention to act, which then predicts actual behaviour.

Person's Behaviour

The actions or reactions of an individual in response to external or internal stimuli.

Intentions To Act

The motivational factors that influence an individual's decision to engage in a particular behavior, strongly predicting the likelihood of performing the behavior.

Multiple-Act Criterion

A method in psychology used to judge behavior across different situations for a more comprehensive assessment of traits or tendencies.