Finals lesson 2 Flashcards
(20 cards)
Who is Albert Bandura?
A psychologist known for his work on self-efficacy and social learning theory
Born on December 4, 1925, in Mundare, Alberta, and died on July 26, 2021.
What is the Bobo Doll Experiment?
An experiment demonstrating that children imitate violent and nonviolent behaviors observed in adults towards a Bobo doll
Children exposed to violent behavior were more likely to act violently towards the doll.
Define Self-Efficacy Theory.
A theory that emphasizes the role of personal beliefs in one’s capability to execute behaviors required to produce specific outcomes.
What is an Outcome Expectancy?
A person’s estimate that a given behavior will lead to a certain outcome.
What is an Efficacy Expectation?
The conviction that one can successfully execute the behavior required to produce the outcomes.
How do people with high assurance in their capabilities behave?
They approach difficult tasks as challenges, set challenging goals, and maintain strong commitment
They also attribute failure to insufficient effort or knowledge, and approach threats with assurance.
What are characteristics of people who doubt their capabilities?
They shy away from tasks, have low aspirations, dwell on deficiencies, and give up quickly in difficulties.
List the four main sources of influence on self-efficacy as described by Bandura.
- Performance Accomplishments/Mastery Experiences
- Vicarious Experiences
- Verbal or Social Persuasions
- Physiological States
What is the most effective way to create a strong sense of efficacy?
Performance Accomplishments/Mastery Experiences.
What is the Fixed Mindset according to Carol S. Dweck?
The belief that success is based on innate abilities and traits are fixed.
What characterizes a Growth Mindset?
The belief that success is based on hard work, learning, and perseverance, and that abilities can be developed.
What is the main focus of Goal Setting Theory?
The relationship between goal characteristics and performance outcomes.
What impact does goal difficulty have on achievement?
The more difficult the goal, the greater the achievement.
What are the conditions for high commitment to goals?
- The individual is convinced the goal is important
- The individual believes the goal is attainable
How does self-efficacy influence goal setting?
It affects the difficulty level of the chosen goal, commitment to goals, and response to negative feedback.
What role does feedback play in Goal Setting Theory?
Goal setting is most effective when there is feedback that shows progress in relation to the goal.
Fill in the blank: Self-efficacy influences the choice of _______.
task strategies.
True or False: Individuals with a fixed mindset are more likely to embrace failure as a learning opportunity.
False.
What is the relationship between goals and planning?
Goals stimulate planning in general.
