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        Tested Effect of Observation on Over-Claiming During a Collaborative Goal Pursuit

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        2017
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        Jansen, R.
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        In this research the hypothesis is tested if observation has an enlarging effect on the perception people have of their own contribution, when they work on a collaborative goal. To investigate this, participants (n = 105) had to work on their own part of a group task. The group task entailed to organise a surprise party with three other (imaginary) friends. Every group member had their own task; the task that the participants had to fulfil was to write down two snacks they would prepare for the party. Half of the participants were observed while working on this task, the other half worked alone. After the task, they evaluated their own contribution to the group work. Results showed that the hypothesis was not confirmed. Participants did not have an enlarged perception of their own contribution when they were observed, compared to the participants that were not observed. Alternative explanations and recommendations for further research were provided.
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        https://studenttheses.uu.nl/handle/20.500.12932/26419
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