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Motivation to learn and diversity training: Application of the theory of planned behavior
Author(s) -
Wiethoff Carolyn
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
human resource development quarterly
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.756
H-Index - 65
eISSN - 1532-1096
pISSN - 1044-8004
DOI - 10.1002/hrdq.1103
Subject(s) - theory of planned behavior , diversity (politics) , construct (python library) , diversity training , psychology , training (meteorology) , control (management) , component (thermodynamics) , applied psychology , knowledge management , social psychology , computer science , artificial intelligence , sociology , competence (human resources) , physics , meteorology , anthropology , thermodynamics , programming language
Although training programs are an important component in most companies' diversity initiatives, little theoretical guidance is available for their implementation. This article proposes a model based on the theory of planned behavior, which addresses the roles of attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control in motivation to learn from a diversity training program. The model suggests a number of hypotheses that could be tested to enhance our understanding of the motivation‐to‐learn construct. Additionally, the model provides practical advice for companies seeking to implement successful diversity training programs.