Chapter 13 - Motivation, Teaching, and Learning

Question 1

Define motivated behaviour.

Answer 1

Behaviour that is energised, directed and sustained.

Question 2

Who is responsible for attribution theory?

Answer 2

Weiner.

Question 3

What are the 3 dimensions of attribution?

Answer 3

1. Locus
2. Stability
3. Controbllability

Question 4

Define mastery orientation.

Answer 4

Students are challenged and excited by difficult tasks and concentrate on learning strategies and the achievement process, rather than the outcome.

Question 5

Define helpless orientation.

Answer 5

Students feel trapped by difficult tasks, are anxious, and feel
they lack ability.

Question 6

Define performance orientation.

Answer 6

Students are focused on winning.

Question 7

Define mindset.

Answer 7

The cognitive view, either fixed or growth, that individuals develop for themselves.

Question 8

Who argues that a key aspect of adolescents’ development is developing a growth mindset?

Answer 8

Dweck.

Question 9

What are the 3 characteristics of a good student goal?

Answer 9

• Specific
• Proximal
• Challenging

Question 10

What is failure syndrome?

Answer 10

When a student has low expectations for success and gives up easily.