reviewBritish Journal of Educational PsychologyMay 19, 2010Closed access

Academic self‐concept and academic achievement: Relations and causal ordering

HWHerbert W. MarshAJAndrew J. Martin

University of Oxford · The University of Sydney

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Abstract

BACKGROUND. A positive self-concept is valued as a desirable outcome in many disciplines of psychology as well as an important mediator to other outcomes. AIMS. The present review examines support for the reciprocal effects model (REM) that posits academic self-concept (ASC) and achievement are mutually reinforcing, each leading to gains in the other - and its extension to other achievement domains. METHOD. We review theoretical, methodological, and empirical support for the REM. Critical features in this research are a theoretical emphasis on multidimensional perspectives that focus on specific components of self-concept and a methodological focus on a construct validity approach to evaluating the REM.…

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  • Psychology
  • Generality
  • Construct (python library)
  • Academic achievement
  • Reciprocal
  • Elite
  • Self-concept
  • Social psychology
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  • Quality Education
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