Exam 9: Applying Social Psychology to Education

Which of the following statements best reflects the relationship between academic self-concept and GPA (academic achievement)for the following two groups of students?

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Describe Festinger's social comparison theory.

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According to this theory,in the absence of an objective standard (e.g.,the proportion of correct responses on a test),we are likely to judge our performance and abilities (as well as our personality characteristics)in comparison with those of other people in our environment.In assessing our performance and abilities,we use two types of standards to compare,an objective standard and a social standard.

As outlined in the text,integrated regulation occurs when individuals integrate both internal and external information into a coherent set of values,goals,and priorities,and these become a part of the self.

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Differentiate between self-handicapping and procrastination.

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Recent research has shown that procrastination is primarily

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One current theory that helps to explain the connection between students' motivation and academic behavior is the self-determination theory.Describe this theory in detail.

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Distinguish between bullying and cyberbullying,and list three negative effects of bullying.

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A child's behavior in school may be influenced by what he or she perceives to be not only rewarding but typical,expected,and "normal." Identify and describe the three normative social processes that may operate within a social setting.

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The feelings,attitudes,and perceptions that students hold about their academic ability,especially when compared with those of other students,is called academic self-comparison.

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Which of the following is one of the social psychological explanations for cyberbullying?

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What is the relationship between academic self-concept and academic achievement?

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Which of the following is most accurate?

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According to ______ theory,we infer our own attitudes and beliefs based on observing our own actions.

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Joanna thinks to herself,"I'm motivated to do well at this job because I don't want to disappoint anybody." Joanna is demonstrating which form of motivation?

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Which of the following is a recommended tactic for teachers to use if they want to foster greater intrinsic motivation among their students?

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Explain what is meant by peer-assisted learning,and describe two approaches of such learning.

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According to Murray and Warden (1992),what long-term negative effect does self-handicapping have on students?

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What is meant by self-serving strategies? Give an example of a type of self-serving strategy.

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What are the two main types of goals associated with the achievement goal theory?

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Explain the premise of achievement goal theory.

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Which of the following statements best reflects the relationship between academic self-concept and GPA (academic achievement)for the following two groups of students?

Describe Festinger's social comparison theory.

As outlined in the text,integrated regulation occurs when individuals integrate both internal and external information into a coherent set of values,goals,and priorities,and these become a part of the self.

Differentiate between self-handicapping and procrastination.

Recent research has shown that procrastination is primarily

One current theory that helps to explain the connection between students' motivation and academic behavior is the self-determination theory.Describe this theory in detail.

Distinguish between bullying and cyberbullying,and list three negative effects of bullying.

A child's behavior in school may be influenced by what he or she perceives to be not only rewarding but typical,expected,and "normal." Identify and describe the three normative social processes that may operate within a social setting.

The feelings,attitudes,and perceptions that students hold about their academic ability,especially when compared with those of other students,is called academic self-comparison.

Which of the following is one of the social psychological explanations for cyberbullying?

What is the relationship between academic self-concept and academic achievement?

Which of the following is most accurate?

According to ______ theory,we infer our own attitudes and beliefs based on observing our own actions.

Joanna thinks to herself,"I'm motivated to do well at this job because I don't want to disappoint anybody." Joanna is demonstrating which form of motivation?

Which of the following is a recommended tactic for teachers to use if they want to foster greater intrinsic motivation among their students?

Explain what is meant by peer-assisted learning,and describe two approaches of such learning.

According to Murray and Warden (1992),what long-term negative effect does self-handicapping have on students?

What is meant by self-serving strategies? Give an example of a type of self-serving strategy.

What are the two main types of goals associated with the achievement goal theory?

Explain the premise of achievement goal theory.

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