The Accentuation Effect and Holland's Theory.

Walsh, W. Bruce; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ050062

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1972

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The Accentuation Effect and Holland's Theory

Walsh, W. Bruce; And Others

Journal of Vocational Behavior, 2, 1, 77-85, Jan 72

The results suggest that in certain areas the environment tends to extend certain characteristics over time. Furthermore, this extension or accentuation effect seems to be associated with the amount of time spent in an environment or college major. (Author)

Descriptors: Career Development, Career Planning, College Environment, College Freshmen, College Students, Individual Characteristics, Majors (Students), Personality, Sex Differences

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