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How Role Models Affect Role Aspirants’ Motivation and Goals

Source / author:

Thekla Morgenroth (University of Exeter)

Country:

Norway

Publication date:

1 June 2015

Publication type:

Reports and studies

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This PhD thesis researches the effects of role models on motivation and goals of the target group. Abstract and complete research paper can be found via the link above.

How Role Models Affect Role Aspirants’ Motivation and Goals

How Role Models Affect Role Aspirants’ Motivation and Goals

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