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“Perceived self-efficacy also shapes causal thinking. In seeking solutions to difficult problems, those who perceived themselves as highly efficacious are inclined to attribute their failures to insufficient effort, whereas those of comparable skills but lower perceived self-efficacy ascribe their failures to deficient ability”

Quote by Albert Bandura

Book:Social foundations of thought and action: a social cognitive theory

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Social foundations of thought and action: a social cognitive theory

The book delves into the social cognitive theory, examining how social interactions and cognitive processes shape human behavior and thought. It investigates the role of observational learning, self-regulation, and the influence of social environments on individual actions. more

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Albert Bandura, born on December 4, 1925, is a renowned psychologist from Canada. He has made significant contributions to the fields of social learning theory, self-efficacy, and observational learning. more

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