Chasing grades? New research shows that performance goals may turn students into "emotionless learning machines," eroding ...

We examine the role of cognitive processes in self-regulation and achievement behavior ... defensive behavior in performance settings; intrinsic motivation and persistence; criticism and compassion.

Kaspar Schattke studied psychology at the University of Potsdam in Germany and the University of Sussex at Brighton in England. After his graduation as “Diplom-Psychologe” (equivalent to Bachelor and ...