texting while driving presentation

1. Texting and driving
What motivates texting while
driving, what are the consequences,
and what can be done about it?
U3104552, Rachel Fan

2. What motivates texting while driving?
The theory of planned behavior
• a theory designed to predict and explain
human behaviour in specific contexts (Ajzen,
2011).
The social learning theory
• A learning occur in a social context (Sherman,
Lapidus, Gelven, & Banco, 2004)

3. Self efficacy
• a belief that one is able to execute a specific task
successfully (Feltz & Lirgg, 2001)
Expectancy value theory
• the ability that individuals can have success in a
given task, and the value component is the value
of that success to the individual (Wigfield &
Eccles, 2000)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs
• Individuals are motivated to achieve from the
basic level, physiological needs to the highest
level,self-actualization (Jerome, 2013)

4. What are the consequences of texting
while driving?
• 1. Slower reactions time and decision making
• 2. Crash risks might increase
• 3. Reduced awareness of the surroundings
• 4. Lack of face to face communication with
families and friends
• 5. Maintenance of appropriate and predictable
speed
• 6. Mobile phone dependence
• 7. Basic control problems (especially braking)

5. What can we done about?
• 1. Lead by Example
• 2. Give Clear Instructions
• 3. Become Informed and Be Active

6. References
• Ajzen, I. (2011). The theory of planned behaviour: Reactions and
reflections. Psychology & Health, 26(9), 1113 – 1127.
doi:10.1080/08870446.2011.613995
• Feltz, D. L., & Lirgg, C. D. (2001). Self-efficacy beliefs of athletes, teams,
and coaches. Handbook of sport psychology, 2(2001), 340-361.
• Jerome, N. (2013). Application of the Maslow’s hierarchy of need theory;
impacts and implications on organizational culture, human resource
and employee’s performance. International Journal of Business and
Management Invention, 2(3), 39-45.
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