Ch 11

Question 1

Social learning theory emphasizes learning through:

Answer 1

observation of others

Question 2

Bandura suggested that the main limitation of behavioural views of learning is that these views are:

Answer 2

too limited

Question 3

Which one of the following theories places the greatest emphasis on presenting models so that students can learn from observing others complete a task?

Answer 3

social cognitive theory

Question 4

According to Albert Bandura’s social cognitive theory, peers:

Answer 4

can serve as important models and facilitate student learning

Question 5

The triadic reciprocal causality emphasizes the dynamic interplay of:

Answer 5

personal, environmental, and behavioural influences

Question 6

According to Bandura, expectations are part of which one of the elements that comprise reciprocal causality?

Answer 6

personal factors

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT an example of personal factor within the triadic reciprocal causality model?

Answer 7

peer group

Question 8

For Mrs. Bhatia’s students to begin to learn by observing this modelling, what elements of observational learning do they need to exhibit?

Answer 8

pay attention and remember the process

Question 9

What element of observational learning is illustrated when a student hands in tidier homework after having observed the teacher praise another student for the same behaviour a day earlier?

Answer 9

vicarious reinforcement

Question 10

A teacher who deals effectively with a rule breaker may inhibit others from breaking the rule as a result of:

Answer 10

the ripple effect

Question 11

Antonia notices that Yan is using a different fork when eating salad. This best exemplifies what possible outcome of observational learning?

Answer 11

fine-tuning already-learned behaviours

Question 12

Ming sees their baby sister playing with an old, forgotten teddy bear. Now Ming wants to have the teddy bear back to hold themselves. This best exemplifies what possible outcome of observational learning?

Answer 12

directing attention

Question 13

Tala observes Hector fall down when climbing in the new playground. After that Tala becomes afraid to play on the new playground. This best exemplifies what possible outcome of observational learning?

Answer 13

arousing emotion

Question 14

Which one of the following quotes is an example of high self-efficacy?

Answer 14

“I am usually good at math, so I will do well in this class.”

Question 15

Ms. Gao’s perception of her capabilities to effectively deal with a particular task is her sense of:

Answer 15

self-efficacy

Question 16

The capacity to exercise influence over life events through coordination of learning skills, motivation, and emotions is known as:

Answer 16

human agency

Question 17

According to Bandura’s theory of self-efficacy, the most important and influential source of self-efficacy information comes from:

Answer 17

mastery experience

Question 18

A student’s sense of efficacy is really low for public speaking, yet they are very confident in their ability to perform mental mathematical calculations quickly. This example demonstrates that self-efficacy is:

Answer 18

context specific

Question 19

Which of the following statements concerning the relation between self-efficacy and self-esteem is TRUE:

Answer 19

There is no direct relationship between self-efficacy and self-esteem

Question 20

Josie sees Vicente successfully complete a cartwheel on a balance beam. Josie is benefitting from:

Answer 20

a vicarious experience

Question 21

Pedro receives helpful feedback after performing a new piece of music for their piano teacher. This is an example of:

Answer 21

social persuasion

Question 22

Elina is feeling “psyched” and ready for their upcoming match. The source of their self-efficacy is likely from:

Answer 22

physiological arousal

Question 23

Through hard work, Xenia was able to do very well on their last algebra quiz. Applying the same study skills, Xenia believes they can be successful again in their upcoming algebra quiz. The source of Xenia’s self-efficacy is likely from:

Answer 23

mastery experiences

Question 24

Which of the following is a danger associated with students’ underestimating their abilities?

Answer 24

Students are more likely to put in a weak effort and give up easily

Question 25

Ms. Falchi is a fifth-grade teacher who has a high degree of efficacy in teaching. Consequently, Ms. Falchi will most likely:

Answer 25

try harder when students have learning difficulties

Question 26

In addition to academic learning skills, self-regulated learners have:

Answer 26

good self-control abilities

Question 27

What are the steps involved in Zimmerman’s model of self-regulated learning?

Answer 27

Forethought, performance, reflection

Question 28

Which one of the following is NOT a recommendation for teachers to use in order to encourage emotional self-regulation in the classroom?

Answer 28

Learning to suppress negative emotions

Question 29

Cognitive behaviour modification focuses on:

Answer 29

self-talk to regulate behaviour

Question 30

Which of the following posters is most likely to promote cognitive behaviour modification?

Answer 30

"does this make sense?"

Question 31

Which four skills do Brenda Manning and Beverly Payne (1996) identify that can increase students’ ability to learn?

Answer 31

observing, monitoring, reflecting, and modelling