it is a system that has a connection between microsystem which is can also be explain by having a parents and school context (Ryan, 2001).
54). Andersen and Berk (1998) take on the nurture perspective, while Leary (1999) claims that nature is the determining factor of a person’s personality. Andersen and Berk discuss the impact of old relationships on new/present relationships; notably, the “activation of mental representations of significant others and the use of these representations in relation to new individuals underlie transference, and thus that transference occurs as a result of basic principles that govern the activation and use of social constructs”
4.0 FACTORS A number of factors that affect information behavior emerge from these Wilson’s models: 1. Context: The environment in which an information actor (any of the parties involved in information or communication behavior) operates. This includes location, social influences, culture, activity-related and work-related factors, finances and technology. As an umbrella term, context may also be taken to include personal factors: demographics, expertise and psychological factors, which are defined below. 2.
Orhungur (1990) emphasised that the socio-economic status of the family plays a significant role in determining their cultural background. An individual’s perception about the society and his interaction with it is mainly determined by his childhood experiences at home. A child’s personality is moulded chiefly by the family set up and its socializing nature (Abosede M. Ewumi). The kind of motivation the students receive from their diverse environments has a great influence on their attitudes to education and educational practices. Hence it is clear that students’ attitude and performance is dependent on the stimulus the home provides.
(1993) developed a person-environment fit theory of school engagement. This model incorporates both the individual and the environment in which the child is situated. It focuses on the contribution of the educational environment to psychosocial and academic adjustment of children. Another example of such work was by Goodenow (1993). Goodenow developed a theoretical framework called “psychological membership” which refers to one’s sense of caring, support, and acceptance in the school environment.