Social Cognitive Theory

Question 1

What is meant by Triadic Reciprocation?

Answer 1

The triadic model holds that a person’s behavior is always the result of interactions among personal characteristics, behavioral patterns, and environmental factors.

Question 2

Describe Self-control:

Answer 2

the ability to control one’s actions in the absence of external reinforcement or punishment

Question 3

Describe Self-regulation

Answer 3

the consistent and appropriate application of self-control skills to new situations.

Question 4

Describe Self-efficacy

Answer 4

how capable or prepared we believe we are to handle particular kinds of tasks

Question 5

How do performance accomplishments affect self-efficacy?

Answer 5

Selection processes; college major, career, courses, sports, social activities

Question 6

How does verbal persuasion affect self-efficacy?

Answer 6

cognitive processes; use of high level thought, imagine high level processes

Question 7

How does emotional arousal affect self-efficacy?

Answer 7

motivational processes; levels of effort and persistance

Question 8

How does vicarious experience affect self-efficacy?

Answer 8

affective processes; level of anxiety, depression, ability to cope with risky tasks