Does Training Affect Initial Task Confidence?.

Magdarz, Ed

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ERIC Number: EJ298432

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Publication Date: 1984

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Does Training Affect Initial Task Confidence?

Magdarz, Ed

Educational Technology, v24 n2 p23-26 Feb 1984

Questions the effects of training on the confidence people have in their ability to perform newly-learned tasks. Factors that affect confidence and measurement of confidence are discussed, and examples are given of ways in which training might intentionally try to increase confidence. (MBR)

Descriptors: Adults, Behavior Change, Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development, Measurement Techniques, Self Esteem, Training, Training Objectives

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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