The document presents an overview of the Model of Academic Competence and Motivation (MACM), developed by Kevin S. McGrew, which explores the factors influencing academic achievement beyond IQ. It emphasizes the importance of non-cognitive learner characteristics such as motivation, self-beliefs, and social abilities in driving student learning and achievement. Additionally, it discusses various concepts including academic goal orientation, self-efficacy, and locus of control, highlighting how these elements contribute to a student's academic competence and motivation.