ICPS
2019 International Convention of Psychological Science · 2019
Non-Intellective Factors: The Search for a Common Core
- Xiang Ling Ong
National University of Singapore - Ruth Poh
National University of Singapore - Patricia Chen
National University of Singapore - Dennis Kom
Ministry of Education - Pei Chin Liew
Ministry of Education - Ryan Hong
National University of Singapore
Abstract
The study examined seven “non-intellective factors”, including self-control, grit, and mastery goal. Factor analyses revealed that these constructs were best represented by a single factor, which prospectively predicted academic performance and well-being in 745 early adolescents. These effects were mediated by adaptive appraisals and behaviors in response to academic difficulty.
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