week 3 learning and self concept theories

Question 1

Define the self and it’s parts

Answer 1

The self is an abstract concept. We can think of it as a system that contains 3 components; an individual’s knowledge, evaluation, and regulation of themselves.

Question 2

What is the difference between the self and personality?

Answer 2

The self refers to a much broader concept or overarching system of our knowledge, evaluation and regulations of ourselves. It also is linked to culture and identity.

Personality is more specific, it is a part of the self. It reflects a person’s typical pattern of behaviour, feelings and thoughts.

Question 3

What are self-schemas

Answer 3

Self schemas form part of the self. Like others schemas, they help us to organise information and interpret the world.

Question 4

What are the 4 parts to our self-concept

Answer 4

1. Material self
2. Social self
3. Spiritual self
4. True self