Perceived Physical Competence in Children with Mental Retardation: Modification of a Pictorial Scale

Self-perceptions of competence are thought to mediate a person’s motivation to participate and persist in tasks under optimally challenging conditions. Little systematic research has been conducted related to the self-perceptions of physical competence in children with mental retardation and the inf...

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Published in:Adapted physical activity quarterly 1990-10, Vol.7 (4), p.338-354
Main Authors: Ulrich, Dale A., Collier, Douglas H.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Intellectual disabilities
Perceptions
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Summary:Self-perceptions of competence are thought to mediate a person’s motivation to participate and persist in tasks under optimally challenging conditions. Little systematic research has been conducted related to the self-perceptions of physical competence in children with mental retardation and the influence on achievement motivation in this domain. Various models of self-concept are reviewed, followed by a discussion of self-concept and special populations. Preliminary data are presented on a modified pictorial scale of perceived physical competence for use with 7- to 12-year-old students with mild mental retardation. Future research directions are proposed related to achievement motivation, perceived competence, and mental retardation.
ISSN:0736-5829
1543-2777
DOI:10.1123/apaq.7.4.338