Exam 10: School and Work Contexts

Jamal has been working hard to increase his study skills for the upcoming standardized test which can help him get into the college of his choice. He believes that he can change this score just by applying the new study techniques he has learned. Jamal is demonstrating ______.

Mr. Mohebbian is a teacher in a very large high school. Every year, his freshman seem to have a difficult time adjusting which is reflected in their lower grades. His teaching style is mainly lectures that require note taking from his students. Mr. Mohebbian does not feel that there is adequate time for hands on projects with the number of students and the testing schedule that he has to maintain. All of this creates a disconnect that he does not feel he can change or feel responsible for his students' problems. This scenario demonstrates ______.

______ is associated with positive school engagement, conduct, and psychological well-being in students.

Intellectual disability is defined as a neurodevelopmental disorder with minor cognitive deficits reflecting an IQ between 75 and 90.

Effective schools foster personalized learning connections as well as positive connections between teachers and students.

Which concept emphasizes outside factors role in the outcome to explain performance?

Which demand, beyond academics, affects adolescents as they transition to college?

John does not have any real interest in academics even though he did very well in high school. He is just not sure what he wants to do. He wants to get a job while he figures it out, but most jobs for individuals without a college degree are just like the job he had while in high school. He wants something that provides him more opportunities. He has found a program that will allow him on-the-job training with some classroom instruction. John has most likely found a(n) ______.

What impact do cooperative learning assignments have on students with developmental disabilities?

Peers that value a growth mind-set in themselves support a growth mind-set in one another.

Olivia is having trouble in her math class. What can her teacher do from a growth mindset approach to create a mastery orientation?

Which person is illustrating external attributions?

Adolescents who work a part-time job spending their earnings on personal expenses such as clothing and outings with friends may experience ______.

What impact do school transitions from elementary to middle school have on academic achievement? Why?

Autism spectrum disorders may be accompanied by sensory difficulties.

High school teachers feel more responsibility for their students as adolescents need more assistance with academics, social, and mental health issues.

What impact does perceived peer acceptance have on achievement motivation in adolescents?

What impact does parenting style have on academic achievement?

Bella is really hard on herself about chemistry. She just does not understand the math or anything else in class. She thinks that the teacher makes it hard on purpose so that no one can get a good grade or understand it. Since she began this class, she has been avoiding challenges in her other classes as well. Bella is demonstrating ______.

What impact do school-related activities have on high school drop out?