Institute for Positive Psychology and Education


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FacultyFaculty of Health Sciences

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Eudainomic and hedonic orientations in Physical Education and their relation with motivation and wellness
Behzadnia, Behzad and Ryan, Richard Michael. (2018). Eudainomic and hedonic orientations in Physical Education and their relation with motivation and wellness. International Journal of Sport Psychology. 49(5), pp. 363-385. https://doi.org/10.7352/IJSP.2018.49.363

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Chinese-background Australian students’ academic self-concept, motivational goals, and achievements in math and English
Yeung, Alexander Seeshing and Han, Feifei. (2018). Chinese-background Australian students’ academic self-concept, motivational goals, and achievements in math and English. In In Li, Guofang and Ma, Wen (Ed.). Educating Chinese-heritage students in the global-local nexus : Identities, challenges and opportunities pp. 141-159 Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315394541-9

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Supporting teachers’ sense of competence : Effects of perceived challenges and coping strategies
Keller-Schneider, Manuela, Yeung, See Shing and Zhong, Hua Flora. (2018). Supporting teachers’ sense of competence : Effects of perceived challenges and coping strategies. In Teachers and Teaching: Global Practices, Challenges and Prospects pp. 269-289 Nova Science Publishers.

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Daily well-being : The role of autonomy, competence, and relatedness
Reis, Harry T., Sheldon, Kennon M., Gable, Shelly L., Roscoe, Joseph and Ryan, Richard M.. (2018). Daily well-being : The role of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. In In Reis, Harry T. (Ed.). Relationships, well-being and behaviour : Selected works of Harry T. Reis pp. 317-349 Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203732496-13

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Weiner’s Attribution Theory : Indispensable - But is it immune to crisis?
Pekrun, Reinhard and Marsh, Herbert W.. (2018). Weiner’s Attribution Theory : Indispensable - But is it immune to crisis? Motivation Science. 4(1), pp. 19-20. https://doi.org/10.1037/mot0000096

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An attribution-based motivation treatment for low control students who are bored in online learning environments
Parker, Patti C., Perry, Raymond P., Chipperfield, Judith G., Hamm, Jeremy M. and Pekrun, Reinhard. (2018). An attribution-based motivation treatment for low control students who are bored in online learning environments. Motivation Science. 4(2), pp. 177-184. https://doi.org/10.1037/mot0000081

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I can do this! The development and calibration of children's expectations for success and competence beliefs
Muenks, Katherine, Wigfield, Allan and Eccles, Jacquelynne. (2018). I can do this! The development and calibration of children's expectations for success and competence beliefs. Developmental Review. 48, pp. 24-39. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dr.2018.04.001

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Positive education : Theory, practice, and challenges
Pennington, Rose, Yeung, Alexander Seeshing, Dillon, Anthony and Noble, Toni. (2018). Positive education : Theory, practice, and challenges. In In Caudle, Lori A. (Ed.). Teachers and teaching : Global practices, challenges and prospects pp. 139-156 Nova Science Publishers.

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Ahead of the game protocol: a multi-component, community sport-based program targeting prevention, promotion and early intervention for mental health among adolescent males
S. A. Vella, Christian Swann, Marijka J. Batterham, Katherine M. Boydell, Simon Eckermann, Andrea Fogarty, Diarmuid Hurley, Sarah K. Liddle, Chris Lonsdale, Andrew Miller, Michael Noetel, A. D. Okely, Taren Sanders, Joanne Telenta and Frank P. Deane. (2018). Ahead of the game protocol: a multi-component, community sport-based program targeting prevention, promotion and early intervention for mental health among adolescent males. BMC Public Health. 18(390), pp. 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-018-5319-7

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Designing for motivation, engagement and wellbeing in digital experience
Dorian Peters, Rafael A. Calvo and Richard Ryan. (2018). Designing for motivation, engagement and wellbeing in digital experience. Frontiers in Psychology. 9, pp. 1-15. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.00797

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Becoming a researcher: Re-inventing writing spaces
McMullan, Jennifer Anne. (2018). Becoming a researcher: Re-inventing writing spaces. Journal of English for Academic Purposes. 32, pp. 21 - 31. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jeap.2018.03.005

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Managing element interactivity in equation solving
Ngu, Bing Hiong, Phan, Huy P., Yeung, Alexander Seeshing and Chung, Siu Fung. (2018). Managing element interactivity in equation solving. Educational Psychology Review. 30(1), pp. 255-272. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10648-016-9397-8

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Joint trajectories of task value in multiple subject domains : From both variable- and pattern-centered perspectives
Guo, Jiesi, Wang, Ming-Te, Ketonen, Elina E., Eccles, Jacquelynne S. and Salmela-Aro, Katariina. (2018). Joint trajectories of task value in multiple subject domains : From both variable- and pattern-centered perspectives. Contemporary Educational Psychology. 55, pp. 139-154. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cedpsych.2018.10.004

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Measuring perceptions of self and others in what people say: A replication and extension of the functional self-discrimination measure
Styles, Robert G. and Atkins, Paul W. B.. (2018). Measuring perceptions of self and others in what people say: A replication and extension of the functional self-discrimination measure. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science. 9, pp. 45 - 52. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcbs.2018.06.005

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Leader autonomy support in the workplace: A meta-analytic review
Slemp, Gavin R., Kern, Margaret L., Patrick, Kent J. and Ryan, Richard M.. (2018). Leader autonomy support in the workplace: A meta-analytic review. Motivation and Emotion. 42(5), pp. 706 - 724. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11031-018-9698-y

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Adjustment to college and prediction of depression during post-secondary transition
Marcotte, Diane, Diallo, Thierno M. O. and Paré, Marie-Laurence. (2018). Adjustment to college and prediction of depression during post-secondary transition. European Journal of Psychology of Education. 33(4), pp. 727 - 748. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10212-017-0346-9

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The signs and significance of personality coherence in personal stories and strivings
Fournier, Marc A., Dong, Mengxi, Quitasol, Matthew N., Weststrate, Nic M. and Di Domenico, Stefano I.. (2018). The signs and significance of personality coherence in personal stories and strivings. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. 44(8), pp. 1228 - 1241. https://doi.org/10.1177/0146167218764659

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Self-determination theory in human resource development: New directions and practical considerations
Rigby, C. Scott and Ryan, Richard M.. (2018). Self-determination theory in human resource development: New directions and practical considerations. Advances in Developing Human Resources. 20(2), pp. 133 - 147. https://doi.org/10.1177/1523422318756954

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Meaningfulness as satisfaction of autonomy, competence, relatedness, and beneficence: Comparing the four satisfactions and positive affect as predictors of meaning in life
Martela, Frank, Ryan, Richard M. and Steger, Michael F.. (2018). Meaningfulness as satisfaction of autonomy, competence, relatedness, and beneficence: Comparing the four satisfactions and positive affect as predictors of meaning in life. Journal of Happiness Studies. 19(5), pp. 1261 - 1282. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10902-017-9869-7

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Split-week programming for secondary physical education: Inducing behavioral change for lifetime fitness
Ferkel, Rick, Allen, Ray, true, Larissa and Hulteen, Ryan. (2018). Split-week programming for secondary physical education: Inducing behavioral change for lifetime fitness. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. 89(8), pp. 11 - 22. https://doi.org/10.1080/07303084.2018.1503118

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Understanding the Psychological and Social Origins of Gender Disparities in Self-Beliefs, Motivation, and Educational Attainment
Van Zanden, Brooke. (2018). Understanding the Psychological and Social Origins of Gender Disparities in Self-Beliefs, Motivation, and Educational Attainment [Thesis]. https://doi.org/10.26199/5b85dca699796

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How robust are cross-country comparisons of PISA scores to the scaling model used?
Jerrim, John, Parker, Philip, Choi, Alvaro, Chmielewski, Anna Katyn, Sälzer, Christine and Shure, Nikki. (2018). How robust are cross-country comparisons of PISA scores to the scaling model used? Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice. 37(4), pp. 28 - 39. https://doi.org/10.1111/emip.12211

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Cross-cultural generalizability of social and dimensional comparison effects on reading, math, and science self-concepts for primary school students using the combined PIRLS and TIMSS data
Guo, Jiesi, Marsh, Herbert W., Parker, Philip D. and Dicke, Theresa. (2018). Cross-cultural generalizability of social and dimensional comparison effects on reading, math, and science self-concepts for primary school students using the combined PIRLS and TIMSS data. Learning and Instruction. 58, pp. 210 - 219. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.learninstruc.2018.07.007

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Implementing resistance training in secondary schools: A cluster randomized controlled trial
Kennedy, Sarah G., Smith, Jordan J., Morgan, Philip J., Peralta, Louisa R., Hilland, Toni A., Eather, Narelle, Lonsdale, Chris, Okely, Anthony D., Plotnikoff, Ron C., Salmon, Jo, Dewar, Deborah L., Estabrooks, Paul A., Pollock, Emma, Finn, Tara L. and Lubans, David R.. (2018). Implementing resistance training in secondary schools: A cluster randomized controlled trial. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 50(1), pp. 62 - 72. https://doi.org/10.1249/MSS.0000000000001410

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Do natural experiments of changes in neighborhood built environment impact physical activity and diet? A systematic review
MacMillan, Freya, George, Emma S., Feng, Xiaoqi, Merom, Dafna, Bennie, Andrew, Cook, Amelia, Sanders, Taren, Dwyer, Genevieve, Pang, Bonnie, Guagliano, Justin M., Kolt, Gregory S. and Astell-Burt, Thomas. (2018). Do natural experiments of changes in neighborhood built environment impact physical activity and diet? A systematic review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 15(2), p. 217. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph15020217

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Effects of achievement contexts on the meaning structure of emotion words
Gentsch, Kornelia, Loderer, Kristina, Soriano, Cristina, Fontaine, Johnny R. J., Eid, Michael, Pekrun, Reinhard and Scherer, Klaus R.. (2018). Effects of achievement contexts on the meaning structure of emotion words. Cognition and Emotion. 32(2), pp. 379 - 388. https://doi.org/10.1080/02699931.2017.1287668

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A qualitative investigation of the perceived influence of adolescents’ motivation on relationships between domain-specific physical activity and positive and negative affect
White, Rhiannon Lee, Olson, Rebecca, Parker, Philip D., Astell-Burt, Thomas and Lonsdale, Chris. (2018). A qualitative investigation of the perceived influence of adolescents’ motivation on relationships between domain-specific physical activity and positive and negative affect. Mental Health and Physical Activity. 14, pp. 113 - 120. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mhpa.2018.03.002

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An integrated model of academic self-concept development: academic self-concept, grades, test scores, and tracking over 6 years
Marsh, Herbert W., Pekrun, Reinhard, Murayama, Kou, Arens, A. Katrin, Parker, Philip D., Guo, Jiesi and Dicke, Theresa. (2018). An integrated model of academic self-concept development: academic self-concept, grades, test scores, and tracking over 6 years. Developmental Psychology. 54(2), pp. 263 - 280. https://doi.org/10.1037/dev0000393

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Motivational predictors of learning strategies, participation, exertion, and performance in physical education: A randomized controlled trial
Ulstad, Svein Olav, Halvari, Hallgeir, Sørebø, Øystein and Deci, Edward L.. (2018). Motivational predictors of learning strategies, participation, exertion, and performance in physical education: A randomized controlled trial. Motivation and Emotion. 42(4), pp. 497 - 512. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11031-018-9694-2

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The benefits of believing you can change: implicit malleability theories moderate the relationship between low self-esteem and negative outcomes
Conigrave, James. (2018). The benefits of believing you can change: implicit malleability theories moderate the relationship between low self-esteem and negative outcomes [Thesis]. https://doi.org/10.26199/5c8f29b660986

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Perceived weight-related victimization and physical activity outcomes among adolescents with overweight and obesity: Indirect role of perceived physical abilities and fear of enacted stigma
Maiano, Christophe, Lepage, Genevieve, Aimé, Annie, ASPQ Team, , Morin, Alexandre and ASPQ Team. (2018). Perceived weight-related victimization and physical activity outcomes among adolescents with overweight and obesity: Indirect role of perceived physical abilities and fear of enacted stigma. Psychology of Sport and Exercise. 34, pp. 70 - 78. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2017.08.007

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Community gardening: Basic psychological needs as mechanisms to enhance individual and community well-being
Quested, Eleanor, Thøgersen-Ntoumani, Cecilie, Uren, Hannah, Hardcastle, Sarah J. and Ryan, Richard M.. (2018). Community gardening: Basic psychological needs as mechanisms to enhance individual and community well-being. Ecopsychology. 10(3), pp. 173 - 180. https://doi.org/10.1089/eco.2018.0002

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy delivered in a dyad after a severe traumatic brain injury : A feasibility study
Whiting, Diane L., Deane, Frank P., Simpson, Grahame K., Ciarrochi, Joseph and McLeod, Hamish J.. (2018). Acceptance and Commitment Therapy delivered in a dyad after a severe traumatic brain injury : A feasibility study. Clinical Psychologist. 22, pp. 230-240. https://doi.org/10.1111/cp.12118

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A longitudinal study of teachers' occupational well-being: Applying the job demands-resources model
Dicke, Theresa, Stebner, Ferdinand, Linninger, Christina, Kunter, Mareike and Leutner, Detlev. (2018). A longitudinal study of teachers' occupational well-being: Applying the job demands-resources model. Journal of Occupational Health Psychology. 23(2), pp. 262 - 277. https://doi.org/10.1037/ocp0000070

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Increasing students' physical activity during school physical education : Rationale and protocol for the SELF-FIT cluster randomized controlled trial
Ha, Amy S., Lonsdale, Chris, Lubans, David R. and Ng, Johan Y. Y.. (2018). Increasing students' physical activity during school physical education : Rationale and protocol for the SELF-FIT cluster randomized controlled trial. BMC Public Health. 18(1), p. Article 11. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-017-4553-8

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Benefits of emotional integration and costs of emotional distancing
Roth, Guy, Shahar, Bat-Hen, Zohar-Shefer, Yael, Benita, Moti, Moed, Anat, Bibi, Uri, Kanat-Maymon, Yaniv and Ryan, Richard M.. (2018). Benefits of emotional integration and costs of emotional distancing. Journal of Personality. 86(6), pp. 919 - 934. https://doi.org/10.1111/jopy.12366

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Unmet need for professional mental health care among adolescents with high psychological distress
Sheppard, Rachel, Deane, Frank P. and Ciarrochi, Joseph. (2018). Unmet need for professional mental health care among adolescents with high psychological distress. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry. 52(1), pp. 59 - 67. https://doi.org/10.1177/0004867417707818

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Learning to solve challenging percentage-change problems: A cross-cultural study from a cognitive load perspective
Ngu, Bing Hiong, Yeung, Alexander Seeshing, Phan, Huy P., Hong, Kian Sam and Usop, Hasbee. (2018). Learning to solve challenging percentage-change problems: A cross-cultural study from a cognitive load perspective. Journal of Experimental Education. 86(3), pp. 362 - 385. https://doi.org/10.1080/00220973.2017.1347774

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Converting Parkinson-specific scores into health state utilities to assess cost-utility analysis
Chen, Gang, García-Gordillo, Miguel Ángel, Collado-Mateo, Daniel, del Pozo-Cruz, Borja, Adsuar, José C., Cordero-Ferrera, José Manuel, Abellán-Perpiñán, José María and Sánchez-Martínez, Fernando Ignacio. (2018). Converting Parkinson-specific scores into health state utilities to assess cost-utility analysis. Patient. 11(6), pp. 665 - 675. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40271-018-0317-5

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Effects of physical activity and breaks on mathematics engagement in adolescents
Owen, Katherine B., Parker, Philip D., Astell-Burt, Thomas and Lonsdale, Chris. (2018). Effects of physical activity and breaks on mathematics engagement in adolescents. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. 21(1), pp. 63-68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsams.2017.07.002

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