Self-Efficacy (book)

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Self-Efficacy: The Exercise of Control is a psychological book written by Albert Bandura. The book was first published in 1997 by W.H. Freeman. In this book, Bandura provides a comprehensive, theoretical overview of his philosophy of self-efficacy, its role in human motivation and learning, and its impacts on life outcomes.

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The book is divided into eight chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of self-efficacy. The first chapter introduces the concept of self-efficacy and its theoretical underpinnings. The following chapters delve into the role of self-efficacy in various life domains, including academic achievement, health, psychopathology, and organizational behavior. The final chapter discusses the implications of self-efficacy for personal and societal change.

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Self-Efficacy: The Exercise of Control has been widely recognized as a seminal work in the field of psychology. It has been cited in numerous academic papers and has been used as a textbook in many psychology courses. The book has also been praised for its comprehensive coverage of the research on self-efficacy and its clear, accessible writing style.

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