A Learned Helplessness Analysis of Perceived Failure in Mathematics.

Gentile, J. Ronald; Monaco, Nanci M.

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ERIC Number: EJ364129

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Publication Date: 1988

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A Learned Helplessness Analysis of Perceived Failure in Mathematics.

Gentile, J. Ronald; Monaco, Nanci M.

Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, v10 n1 p15-28 Win 1988

Describes the theory and known influences on learned helplessness, particularly in the mathematics field, and discusses prevention and remediation with respect to this phenomenon. (PK)

Descriptors: Academic Failure, Attribution Theory, Cognitive Development, Emotional Development, Failure, Helplessness, Intervention, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Motivation, Remedial Mathematics, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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