Measures of Self-Concept Which are Predictors of Job Success for Appalachian Adolescents with School Learning Problems

Abstract

This study identified measurable dimensions of self-concept which, combined with teacher estimates of potential job ability, were predictive of job performance for Appalachian adolescents with school learning problems who were enrolled in a career education program and on part time jobs (n = 31). Of 13 self-concept measures and teacher ratings the best four predictors were: (a) complexity-conception of self as complex, possibly resulting from experience with a number of different people and situations, (b) friend's concept of student as a worker as reported by student, (c) social interest-general enjoyment of social interaction, and (d) teacher's concept of student's ability as a worker as reported by teacher.