Bandura's four sources of self-efficacy

Overview

Bandura's theory, performance accomplishments, vicarious experiences with similar models, verbal persuasion and what makes it work, emotional arousal and how it lowers self-efficacy, and how the sources link.

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1. 1

   Who developed the theory of self-efficacy?

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   Albert Bandura developed the theory of self-efficacy in 1977.

2. 2

   What are the four sources of self-efficacy?

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   The four sources are performance accomplishments, vicarious experiences, verbal persuasion and emotional arousal.

3. 3

   What are performance accomplishments?

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   Performance accomplishments are past successes at the task. Past success is the strongest source of self-efficacy.

4. 4

   Why are performance accomplishments the most powerful source?

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   Real success gives direct evidence that the performer can succeed. Memories of success raise expectations.

5. 5

   What are vicarious experiences?

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   Vicarious experiences are watching others succeed at the task. The success of a similar person raises belief.

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   Why do vicarious experiences work best with similar models?

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   Performers relate to models of similar age, ability or gender. A similar model makes success seem achievable.

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