theory of planned behavior

a model that resembles the theory of reasoned action but also incorporates the construct of perceived behavioral control. Perceived behavioral control is added to attitude toward behavior and subjective norms as the antecedents influencing both the intention to perform a behavior and the performance of the behavior itself. [originally proposed by U.S. social psychologist Icek Ajzen (1942– )]

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Psychology term of the day

December 18th 2024

emulation

n. the ability to comprehend the goal of a model and engage in similar behavior to achieve that goal, without necessarily replicating the specific actions of the model. Emulation facilitates social learning.