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Unpacking the Triggers of Interest in Academic Material: An Appraisal Perspective 

Connelly, Daniel (2010-08-02)
A study was conducted to apply a recent model of interest (Silvia, 2006) to educational goals and an educational context. The model is based on appraisal theory, and contends that interest is an emotional state dependent ...