The Learning Library

The learning library is your source for all things related to learning theory, science, and practice.
Here you will find an overview of a wide variety of topics related to learning, behavior,
performance, and organizational change.

Transtheoretical Model of Change

The Transtheoretical Model of Change helps understand behavior change as a process through stages, offering insights for personal and organizational growth.

ARCS Model of Motivation

Learn what the ARCS Model is, how it supports learner motivation, and how to apply it. Covers all four components with examples for corporate L&D.

Regulatory Focus Theory

Regulatory Focus Theory explains how promotion and prevention focus shape goal pursuit, decision-making, and motivation in learning and behavior.

Temporal Motivation Theory

Temporal Motivation Theory explains how time, expectancy, and value influence motivation, helping design programs that reduce procrastination.

Attribution Theory

Explore Attribution Theory and its relevance to workplace learning. Learn how causal explanations shape motivation, performance, and learner engagement—and how to support adaptive thinking.

Cognitive Evaluation Theory

Cognitive Evaluation Theory explains how rewards, feedback, and structure affect intrinsic motivation by shaping autonomy and competence.

Equity Theory

Equity Theory explains how fairness perceptions drive motivation, influencing employee behavior, job satisfaction, and responses to workplace inequities.

Expectancy Theory

Expectancy Theory explains motivation based on the belief that effort leads to performance and valued rewards, shaping workplace behavior.

Alderfer’s ERG Theory

Concise, research-based overview of Alderfer’s ERG Theory—existence, relatedness, and growth needs—and its relevance to workplace motivation and learning.