A meta-analysis of perceived locus of causality in exercise, sport, and physical education contexts
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A meta-analysis of 21 articles on sports, exercise, and physical education has revealed three main research foci: the instruments to determine the locus of causality, examination of its construct validity and its integration with Nicholls' concepts of task and ego. A further study showed a relation between competence and intentions, revealing the theories of behavioral intentions.
Publication Name: Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0895-2779
Year: 2003
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Cross-cultural generalizability of the theory of planned behavior among young people in a physical activity context
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The cross-cultural generalizability of the measurement and structural parameters of the theory of planned behavior (TPB) among youth in a physical activity context is examined. The results have supported the generalizability of the measures and pattern of effects for the TPB among young people in a physical activity context.
Publication Name: Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0895-2779
Year: 2007
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Influences of volitional and forced intensions on physical activity and effort within the theory of planned behavior
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The volitional and forced intensions are utilized to predict the participation in physical activities. A research carried on 444 participants for physical activity and behavior and effort explain the role of volitional and forced intensions in the explanation of effort in the context of physical activity behavior.
Publication Name: Journal of Sports Sciences
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0264-0414
Year: 2007
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