Perceived locus of causality: theoretical significance and the problem of measurement

This work is aimed at summarizing the theoretical progress made in understanding the role of perceived locus of causality in various activities The problem of the method of measuring the perceived locus of causality is analyzed. It is emphasized that for this design it is a multidimensional approach...

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Main Author: Klein K.G.
Format: Article
Language:Russian
Published: Moscow State University of Psychology and Education 2021-03-01
Series:Современная зарубежная психология
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Online Access:https://psyjournals.ru/files/119792/jmfp_2021_n1_Klein.pdf
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Summary:This work is aimed at summarizing the theoretical progress made in understanding the role of perceived locus of causality in various activities The problem of the method of measuring the perceived locus of causality is analyzed. It is emphasized that for this design it is a multidimensional approach to measurement, which considers all types of causality locus as separate constructs, turns out to be the most promising one. Particular attention is paid to determinants and correlates, such as motivational regulation, in the context of educational activities, which attracts a multidimensional approach in its measurement oftener than in the analysis of other forms of activity.
ISSN:2304-4977