Expectancy Value Theory

The Pillars of EVT

Expectancy

The extent to which a student expects to have a certain outcome in their academic achievement (Eccles & Wigfield, 2000).

Value

The cost-benefit analysis students conduct to decide whether it is worth exerting a certain amount of effort is valuable (Eccles & Wigfield, 2000).

Self-Efficacy

A students belief and confidence in their ability to complete a task (Eccles & Wigfield, 2000).

EVT in Project-Based Math

EVT helps explain how students weigh the costs and benefits of participating in projects. Expectancy reflects how much students intend to do well, and value reflects whether they believe exerting effort is worth it.

Contributing Factors in EVT

Familial Avoidance

Familial Expectations

Gender Stereotypes

Teacher Feedback

Career Avoidance