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Module 8 Discussion: Locus of Control

Description:

Social-cognitive theorists emphasize the importance of our interactions with the environment and how we interpret and respond to these external events. "According to Julian Rotter, your behavior or personality is determined by (1) what you expect to happen following a specific action, and (2) the reinforcement value attached to specific outcomes" (Huffman, Dowdell, & Sanderson, 2018, p. 439). 

Instructions:

Step 1: Respond to the following prompt: 

• Do you have more of an internal or external locus of control? Why is it important to be aware of your locus of control and its impact on your life and your career as a student? Please provide at least one specific example to demonstrate how either locus of control has impacted your experiences- positively or negatively.

Step 2: Read other students' posts and respond to at least two other students. Incorporate personal experience, if appropriate, to help support or debate other students' posts. If differences of opinion occur, debate the issues and provide examples to support opinions.

In your responses to your peers’ posts, be concrete, make suggestions for change, including strategies, movements, obstacles, and so forth. Outside-the-box thinking and debate are encouraged.

The use of outside resources (your textbook or other academic source) is required. Be sure to cite any outside sources in current APA format.

Due Date:

• Initial posts must be submitted by due date. Subsequent replies are due by the end of the week (see Course Policies and Procedures or your Instructor for details).

Grading:

• Be certain to review the rubric to ensure that you are fulfilling the requirements.

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