Computer-Mediated Knowledge exchange as a Social Dilemma: A Review

Processes of computer-mediated knowledge make it possible for groups to build a knowledge pool that can be used by all group members. While the advantages of this knowledge exchange are ...

The Value of Complex Problem Solving Competency: Theoretical Considerations and Empirical Results

For decades it has been discussed whether Complex Problem Solving (CPS) depends exclusively on general intelligence and problem-specific prior knowledge, or ...

Prediction of Reading Performance in Turkish-German Speaking Children: The Role of Phonological Awareness

Many studies have proved phonological awareness to be a significant predictor of reading competencies. Until now, however, it is unclear whether ...

Different Types of Universities and Early Career Success: An Exploratory Investigation

The university sector in Germany is becoming increasingly complex. For instance, universities of applied sciences and Cooperative State Universities have been founded ...

Who Can Catch a Liar? Need for Cognition and Teacher Students’ Ability to Discriminate Truth and Deception

In two studies the correlation between teacher students’ Need for Cognition and the ability to detect deception was investigated. According to the ...

Change of Teacher Candidates’ Perceived Professional Competencies During a Practical Internship

Reforms in pre-service teacher education in Germany include the re-organization and qualitative improvement of practical internships. However, educational ...

The Role of Expectations at the Beginning of Academic Studies: How Important Are Realistic Expactations for Student's satisfaction?

The present paper investigates the relationship between expectations and student satisfaction. The sample consisting of 85 ...

Teachers Goal Orientations as Predictors of Vocational Learning Behavior

The present study examines the role of teachers’ goal orientations for the use of three learning opportunities in the teaching profession (reading of professional journals, ...

How Valuing School is Related to Student’s Verbal and Mathematical Ability Self-Concepts

Nowadays, key competencies that heavily rely on verbal competencies play a major role in schools. First, the present study investigates whether ability self-concepts ...