Chapter one: Foundation of learning and motivation Flashcards
Learning
learning is relatively permanent change in behavior that occurs true experience
Motivation
set of factors that activate and maintain behavior usually toward same goal
How motivation affects learning and behavior?
Motivation directs behavior toward a particular goal
¤Motivation leads to increased effort and energy
¤Motivation increases initiation and persistence in activities
¤Motivation affects cognitive process
¤Motivation determines which consequences is reinforcing and punishing
¤Motivation often enhances performance
Foundation of learning and motivation
- Academic self-regulation
- Understand learning and memory
- Understand motivation
Academic self-regulation
The strategies students use to control the factors influencing their learning”
Why some students are less successful learners
1, They hold faulty beliefs about their ability, learning, and motivation
2. Unaware of their ineffective learning behavior
3. Fail to sustain effective learning and motivational strategies
4. Not ready to change their learning and study behavior
Academic Self-regulation was by whom and what does it entail
Zimmerman & Risemberg, (1997):
- Motivation
- Methods of learning
- Use of time
- Physical and
- social environment
- Monitoring performance
Motivation
it helps with setting goals, developing positive belives what you are capable of, and maintaining that belief.
Methods of learning
understanding your learning style or a learning style that works for you for example mind maps
Use of time
understanding what times to study
being disciplined and managing energy not the time
Physical and Social environment
Restructure your environment if it’s not working
Seek help
example: studying with a group or studying while having music in the background and seeking for help
Monitoring performance
evaluate your work and determine your progress towards your goals
