A formal, computational theory of multiple-goal pursuit : integrating goal-choice and goal-striving processes

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Understanding the processes involved when pursuing multiple goals over time is a central question for motivational theorists. A dynamic, computational model integrating theories of goal striving and goal choice is presented to account for data emerging from Schmidt and DeShon's (2007) multiple-goal-pursuit protocol. The simulated results match the results reported in their study, including the finding that relative discrepancy from the goals positively predicted resource allocation early on but negatively predicted it toward the end of the session. Variance in parameters in the model also accounted for individual differences found in the data. Discussion focuses on the theoretical contribution of formally integrating elements of self-regulation theories, further empirical work needed to test the model, and further theoretical work needed to continue the integration process exemplified here.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2010

Erschienen:

2010

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:95

Enthalten in:

The Journal of applied psychology - 95(2010), 6 vom: 05. Nov., Seite 985-1008

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Vancouver, Jeffrey B [VerfasserIn]
Weinhardt, Justin M [VerfasserIn]
Schmidt, Aaron M [VerfasserIn]

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Journal Article
Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

Anmerkungen:

Date Completed 21.01.2011

Date Revised 26.10.2010

published: Print

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1037/a0020628

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM20122383X