1. Affective
Traits
(Mcmillan,2001)
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Trait Definition
Attitude
Predisposition to respond favorably or unfavorably to specified
situations, concepts, objects, institutions, or persons.
Interest Personal preference for certain kinds of activities.
Value
Importance, worth, or usefulness of mode or conduct and end-
state of existence.
Opinions Beliefs about specific occurrences and situations.
Preference Desire or propensity to select one object over another.
Motivation
Desire and willingness to be engaged in behavior and
intensity of involvement.
Academic Self-concept Self-perception of competence in school and learning.
Self-esteem
Attitude toward oneself; degree of self-respect, worthiness, or
desirability of self-concept.
Locus of Control
Self-perception of whether success and failure are controlled
by the student or by external influences.
Emotional Development
Growth, change, and awareness of emotions, and ability to
regulate emotional expression.
Social Relationship
Nature of interpersonal interactions and functioning in group
settings.
Altruism Willingness and propensity to help others.
Moral Development
Attainment of ethical principles that guide decision-making
and behavior.
Classroom Environment
Nature of feeling tone and interpersonal relationships in a
class.
