Conceptions of ability as determinants of self-efficacy and group efficacy

Abstract

We present a brief overview of the social cognitive model and then use this model to show how beliefs about ability influence behavior through their effects on efficacy and other reactions to performance for both individuals and groups. We then report the results of two studies that show support for the social cognitive model and the mediating role of self-efficacy at the individual and group level. The implications of the findings for building self-efficacy and group efficacy are discussed.