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Attribution Theory

Weiner's model of attribution

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  • A2 Unit 3

Overview

Attribution and Weiner's model, locus of causality and stability, ability, effort, task difficulty and luck, the controllability dimension, and why attributions matter for future motivation.

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Key term

What is the stability dimension, what are Weiner's four attributions, and where does ability sit?

Key term

What is attribution, and how does Weiner's model classify reasons for results?

Key term

What is attribution?

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  1. 1

    What is attribution?

    Model answer

    Attribution is the reason a performer gives for the outcome of a performance. Performers attribute success and failure to different causes.

  2. 2

    What is Weiner's model of attribution?

    Model answer

    Weiner's model classifies the reasons for success and failure along two main dimensions. The dimensions are locus of causality and stability.

  3. 3

    What is the locus of causality?

    Model answer

    The locus of causality is whether the cause lies within the performer or outside them. Causes are internal or external.

  4. 4

    What is the stability dimension?

    Model answer

    The stability dimension is whether a cause is fixed or likely to change. Causes are stable or unstable.

  5. 5

    What are the four attributions in Weiner's model?

    Model answer

    The four attributions are ability, effort, task difficulty and luck.

  6. 6

    Where does ability sit in Weiner's model?

    Model answer

    Ability is internal and stable. A performer's skill level does not change quickly.

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