Problem-Solving Appraisal, Self-Reported Study Habits, and Performance of Academically At-Risk College Students

Examined relations among problem-solving appraisal, self-reported study habits, and academic performance for 63 college students enrolled in developmental course for academically unprepared students. Found problem-solving appraisal significantly predictive of study habits and semester grade-point av...

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Published inJournal of counseling psychology Vol. 37; no. 2; p. 203
Main Author Elliott, Timothy R
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 01.04.1990
Subjects
Academic Ability
Academic Achievement
At Risk Persons
College Students
Grade Point Average
High Risk Students
Higher Education
Individual Power
Interpersonal Competence
Problem Solving
Study Habits
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Summary:Examined relations among problem-solving appraisal, self-reported study habits, and academic performance for 63 college students enrolled in developmental course for academically unprepared students. Found problem-solving appraisal significantly predictive of study habits and semester grade-point average. Suggests problem-solving appraisal is related to academically at-risk students' study habits and academic performance, and problem-solving appraisal encompasses more than social skill. (Author/PVV)
ISSN:0022-0167
DOI:10.1037/0022-0167.37.2.203