Question 1

Which one of the following is NOT an essential component of emotional self-regulation?

Accepted Answer

A) Showing empathy for others. 
B) Solving problems independently rather than asking for help when needed. 
C) Acting in an ethical and legal manner. 
D) Labelling feelings in oneself and others.

Question 2

Bandura's model of reciprocal causality is based on the notion of agency and personal control,therefore social influences are not part of his model of reciprocal determinism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The capacity to exercise influence over life events through coordination of learning skills,motivation and emotions is known as

Accepted Answer

A) self-efficacy. 
B) self-esteem. 
C) human agency. 
D) social learning.

Question 4

In Bandura's social cognitive learning theory,the interaction among personal factors,environmental events,and behaviours is called

Accepted Answer

A) enactive learning. 
B) reciprocal causality. 
C) self-efficacy. 
D) vicarious learning.

Question 5

When a teacher gives a "pep talk" to a student and says "you can do it," the teacher may be able to influence a student's self-efficacy for a task.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Self-regulated learners are ________ to learn.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Self-regulated learners are ________ to learn....

Question 7

In recent years,Bandura focused on cognitive factors such as self-perceptions,expectations,and beliefs,so his theory is now called a ________ theory.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In recent years,Bandura focused on cognitive factors...

Question 8

Laura,through her hard work,was able to do very well on her last algebra quiz.Applying the same study skills,she believes she can be successful again in her upcoming algebra quiz.The source of her self-efficacy is likely from

Accepted Answer

A) physiological arousal. 
B) mastery experiences. 
C) social persuasion. 
D) vicarious experiences.

Question 9

Students who have good learning skills and can control their own thoughts and behaviours are referred to as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Students who have good learning skills and...

Question 10

Annie, a fifth-grade student in Mr. Baer's class, is being quiet and sullen for the fifth day 	in a row. "I just can't do this writing stuff," she finally says in an appeal to Mr. Baer. "I'm 	not a good student. Give me P.E. or art over this stuff any day!"
-According to the above case study.What might be the sources of Annie's low self-efficacy beliefs related to her writing beliefs?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Annie, a fifth-grade student in Mr. Baer's...

Question 11

In order to move from the forethought phase to the performance stage in Barry Zimmerman's (2002)self-regulated learning model it is important for students to have self-control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Self-efficacy is an important influence on observational learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Self-efficacy is an important influence on observational learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Cognitive behaviour modification focuses on

Accepted Answer

A) self-talk to regulate behaviour. 
B) observations of expert models to regulate behaviour. 
C) direct instruction from teachers to shape behaviour. 
D) vicarious observations of others to shape behaviour.

Question 15

In an effort to encourage students to become self-regulated learners,teachers will want to be very careful about the types of behaviours they ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In an effort to encourage students to...

Question 16

Zimmerman's model of self-regulated learning ends the cycle with

Accepted Answer

A) the individual reflecting upon what has been learned and thinking about his or her performance. 
B) setting new goals for learning tasks. 
C) a plan to engage in more cooperative learning. 
D) the use of means-ends problem solving.

Question 17

Research on self-efficacy and achievement suggests that school achievement is improved and self-efficacy is increased when students

Accepted Answer

A) accredit their successes to luck or to the intervention of others. 
B) advocate controllable activities rather than tasks that are beyond their abilities. 
C) develop high expectations even in the face of difficulties. 
D) receive rewards or other reinforcements based on the quality of their performances.

Question 18

George's sense of efficacy is really low for public speaking,yet he is very confident in his ability to perform mental mathematical calculations quickly.This example demonstrates that self-efficacy is

Accepted Answer

A) in the eyes of the beholder. 
B) subjective. 
C) context specific. 
D) the same as self-esteem.

Question 19

When failure does occur,self-regulated learners are LESS likely to

Accepted Answer

A) get defensive. 
B) be persistent. 
C) ask for help. 
D) stay motivated.

Question 20

Your text suggests the following strategy for teachers in an effort to involve parents in supporting self-regulation within their child:

Accepted Answer

A) Ask parents to focus on large,overall learning goals 
B) Do not bias parents by sharing the area most challenging for their child 
C) Ask families to keep records in support of the students' self-evaluation of progress 
D) Remind families that children need immediate help,thus children should utilize the answers in the back of their book when doing homework

Exam 11: Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation

Which one of the following is NOT an essential component of emotional self-regulation?

Bandura's model of reciprocal causality is based on the notion of agency and personal control,therefore social influences are not part of his model of reciprocal determinism.

The capacity to exercise influence over life events through coordination of learning skills,motivation and emotions is known as

In Bandura's social cognitive learning theory,the interaction among personal factors,environmental events,and behaviours is called

When a teacher gives a "pep talk" to a student and says "you can do it," the teacher may be able to influence a student's self-efficacy for a task.

Self-regulated learners are ________ to learn.

In recent years,Bandura focused on cognitive factors such as self-perceptions,expectations,and beliefs,so his theory is now called a ________ theory.

Laura,through her hard work,was able to do very well on her last algebra quiz.Applying the same study skills,she believes she can be successful again in her upcoming algebra quiz.The source of her self-efficacy is likely from

Students who have good learning skills and can control their own thoughts and behaviours are referred to as ________.

In order to move from the forethought phase to the performance stage in Barry Zimmerman's (2002)self-regulated learning model it is important for students to have self-control.

Self-efficacy is an important influence on observational learning.

Self-efficacy is an important influence on observational learning.

Cognitive behaviour modification focuses on

In an effort to encourage students to become self-regulated learners,teachers will want to be very careful about the types of behaviours they ________.

Zimmerman's model of self-regulated learning ends the cycle with

Research on self-efficacy and achievement suggests that school achievement is improved and self-efficacy is increased when students

George's sense of efficacy is really low for public speaking,yet he is very confident in his ability to perform mental mathematical calculations quickly.This example demonstrates that self-efficacy is

When failure does occur,self-regulated learners are LESS likely to

Your text suggests the following strategy for teachers in an effort to involve parents in supporting self-regulation within their child: