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Measuring Self-Regulation: A Focus on Activity

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Ainley and Patrick describe an assessment process designed to “identify self- regulation in action.” In the spirit of this goal, the author offers three suggestions for providing a more holistic and contextual view of self-regulation. These suggestions include (a) expanding the definition of self-regulation used in their studies; (b) measuring self-regulation as a dynamic process rather than as a linear one; and (c) including measures of the context, such as task, interpersonal contacts, and community norms.

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    Julianne C. Turner

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Turner, J.C. Measuring Self-Regulation: A Focus on Activity. Educ Psychol Rev 18, 293–296 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10648-006-9022-3

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