The enhanced learning or performance that results from others having positive expectations of us...

Undesirable consequence that results in the suppression of the behavior that brought it about...

Process by which a relatively enduring change in behavior occurs as a result of practice...

Albert Bandura’s view that behavior is a function of continuous interaction between cognitive (person), behavioral, and environmental determinants known as...

Action that increases the likelihood of a particular behavior.

Process whereby a person faces immediate

response alternatives involving different consequences; and selects or modifies behavior by managing cognitive processes, causes, or consequences.

Degree of quantitative precision of goal

Rewards external to the job, such as pay, promotion, or fringe benefits.

Rewards that are part of the job itself: the responsibility, challenge, and feedback characteristics of the job.

Management’s acknowledgment of work well done...

A sense of identification, loyalty, and involvement expressed by an employee toward the organization or unit of the organization...

A formula-based group incentive plan in which employees share in an organization’s financial gain from improved performance.