That is fact and the primary aim of the current research was to explore expectations students, teachers and parents have for one another. An extensive literature search has not located any other studies that have explored these various perspectives in one study.
Student expectations
Students' expectations of themselves at secondary school
It is likely students will have self-expectations and beliefs based on prior achievement, experience and aspirations of parents and teachers. When individuals have a strong belief in their ability to achieve a particular goal they are more likely to design steps towards achieving the goal so ultimately success will be attained. Self-belief is a powerful motivator. Tavani and Losh (2003) measured several psychological variables related to the academic performance of secondary school students. Unsurprisingly student expectations and motivation were highly correlated as were expectations and self-confidence. The researchers showed student expectations strongly predicted achievement, followed by parental
Student expectations
Students' expectations of themselves at secondary school
It is likely students will have self-expectations and beliefs based on prior achievement, experience and aspirations of parents and teachers. When individuals have a strong belief in their ability to achieve a particular goal they are more likely to design steps towards achieving the goal so ultimately success will be attained. Self-belief is a powerful motivator. Tavani and Losh (2003) measured several psychological variables related to the academic performance of secondary school students. Unsurprisingly student expectations and motivation were highly correlated as were expectations and self-confidence. The researchers showed student expectations strongly predicted achievement, followed by parental
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