Essays about: "self-efficacy"

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  1. 6. Portraits of Participation : An interview study on the effects of social learning theory mechanisms on political participation

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Jakob Olsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Social learning theory; social interactions; political socialization; political participation; voting; democracy; theory building; theory developing; mechanisms; Social inlärningsteori; sociala interaktioner; politisk socialisering; politiskt deltagande; röstning; demokrati; teoribyggande; mekanismer;

    Abstract : If democratic society is to avert the dire straits that may come from decreasing levels of political participation and civic engagement, all potential explanatory factors must be explored. The purpose of this paper is to i) elucidate how the modeling and self-efficacy mechanisms of social learning theory affect individuals’ decisions to participate politically or not, and ii) assess the applicability of the relatively unutilized social learning theory in studies on political socialization and participation, respectively. READ MORE

  3. 7. The role of motivations and perceived ability to cycle as a mode of transport in an emerging cycling culture - the case study of Cork Metropolitan Area, Ireland

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi

    Author : Nieve Greene; [2023]
    Keywords : travel behaviour; mobility; utilitarian cycling; human infrastructure; built environment; Theory of Planned Behaviour; Politics of Mobility.; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Cycling as mode of transport can be seen as a sustainable and active mode of travel that can be part of the solution for climate change and urban congestion. Many cities in Europe are now investing in cycling to reduce their carbon emissions and make their spaces more liveable and accessible. READ MORE

  4. 8. “A kick-start… but a long-term effort.” Patient care practices alongside intragastric balloon procedures : -a qualitative study on clinical dietitians’ perspectives-

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för kost- och måltidsvetenskap

    Author : Anne-Sophie Copin; [2023]
    Keywords : intragastric balloon; intragastric balloon procedure; IGB; overweight; obesitas; obesity; obesity management; patient care; procedure; practice; qualitative study; dietitian; healthcare professionals; bariatric surgery; obesity surgery;

    Abstract : Background: There are treatments available to manage overweight and obesity (O&O). Intragastric balloons (IGB) are one option; they fill the stomach, increasing the sensation of satiety, limiting the amount of food to be ingested, and thus leading to weight loss. READ MORE

  5. 9. Experiences of digitalization among Swedish senior citizens : A qualitative phenomenographic interview study on how senior citizens in Sweden experience the phenomenon of digitalization

    University essay from Jönköping University/HLK, Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap

    Author : Joanna Ånstad Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : Digitalization; Digital divide; Senior citizens; Technology; Self-efficacy; Experiences Acceleration of time.;

    Abstract : Our digital world is accelerating at a rapid pace and has made technology a prime component of today’s societies. The development of digitalization affects us all in one way or another but it primarily affects our senior citizens, those who may possess a less developed knowledge within the field. READ MORE

  6. 10. Ways Mathematics Teacher Educators Influence Future Mathematics Teachers Understanding Learner's Cultural Diversity

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Centrum för akademiskt lärarskap (CAKL)

    Author : Gemma Frederiksen; [2023]
    Keywords : Cultural differentiation; cultural diversity; understanding learners cultural background;

    Abstract : This study investigates the ways in which mathematics teacher educators (MTEs) influence future mathematics teachers' (FMT) understanding of learners’ cultural diversity. The rationale for cultural diversity is grounded in theories of culturally relevant pedagogy (CRP). READ MORE