Being a member of a middle-class family, Dr. Asad studied hard to add a foreign degree to his CV, settle abroad, and be richer than his relatives.

Being a member of a middle-class family, Dr. Asad studied hard to add a foreign degree to his CV, settle abroad, and be richer than his relatives. He cleared his USMLE step 1 and step 2 in fifteen- month time with 99% marks. He was envied by his peers for his success. They praised him for his perseverance, hard work, and study skills. But he always said that it was all due to his parents’ blessings and prayers only.  Later, he realized that sincerity in his profession requires continuous professional development. Now he studies to have the inner satisfaction and confidence a doctor must possess which can only be achieved if he is updated in knowledge and skills.

Apply learning theory to Dr. Asad’s drive to learn                                         

Analyze motivational factors for Dr. Asad both in the initial and later years of his career.           

Identify Dr. Asad’s attribution to his success and how it can affect his success later in life.