Attribution theory

In test scores

Attribution theory can be applied with students and test scores. Weiner states that  “After the students perceive reasons for their successes or failures, they then ascribe the reasons in three main dimensions: locus, stability, and control." Attribution theory studies have three commonalities. In education research, attribution has been widely cited as one of the key factors in students’ learning motivation and achievement. The attribution theory model begins with the precursors by remembering their past successes or failures; these past experience justifications may help understand why they could be successful or fail in their language learning. Attribution theory suggests students are more likely to stay motivated and keep working toward their goals when they are able to explain outcomes in terms of internal, changeable, and controllable factors like effort.