Becoming a Better Student and Setting Goals for Success: Learning and the Result of Experience

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What does the research show about students who set goals?

They are less persistent and more likely to achieve their goals

They tend to be less persistent and less likely to achieve their goals

They tend to be more persistent and likely to achieve their goals (correct)

They are less likely to achieve their goals

What do behaviorists believe learning is?

A transformational process that leads to personal growth & development

A relatively permanent change in behavior as a result of practice (correct)

The acquisition of knowledge, skills, & attitudes through experiences

A process that leads to change as a result of experience

What is learning often associated with?

A change in interest due to age

A change in personality due to experience

A change in behavior due to experience (correct)

A change in behavior due to age

What is necessary for learners to make terms and concepts meaningful?

Understanding well enough to apply them in real-life situations Signup and view all the answers

According to cognitive psychologists, what is learning primarily a result of?

Experience Signup and view all the answers

How does learning contribute to personal growth and development?

By enabling individuals to adapt to a constantly changing environment Signup and view all the answers

What does the famous quotation 'A sound mind in a sound body' exemplify?

The connection between physical and mental well-being Signup and view all the answers

Why is learning considered important for the survival of human beings?

To enable the acquisition of new knowledge, technology, & interventions Signup and view all the answers

In order to produce well-rounded graduates, educational institutions must focus on honing which potentials of learners?

Physical, social, emotional, and spiritual potentials Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of learning according to the text?

Purposeful human action driven by intentions or desires Signup and view all the answers

What do learners need to do with the knowledge they acquire in order to make it useful?

Understand it well enough to use and apply it in real-life situations Signup and view all the answers

How do modern technology advancements impact learning processes?

By enabling humans to decode and unlock complex structures like the brain Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of personal health responsibility (PHR) as described in the text?

Active participation in one's health and healing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a catastrophic event stressor?

Military combat Signup and view all the answers

What does 'eustress' refer to?

Beneficial stress Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is an example of poorly managed stress as described in the text?

Lack of concentration Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between problem-focused and emotion-focused coping methods?

Problem-focused involves changing the stressor itself while emotion-focused controls emotional consequences. Signup and view all the answers

What is one essential aspect of personal health responsibility (PHR) as mentioned in the text?

Knowing one's family history for hereditary illnesses Signup and view all the answers

'Bad stress' can be best described as:

'Distress' with unbearable tension Signup and view all the answers

What does stress tolerance refer to as mentioned in the text?

Individual's ability to endure stress Signup and view all the answers

What does metacognition refer to?

Awareness of one's thinking and learning strategies Signup and view all the answers

According to Zimmerman, what is self-regulated learning (SRL) about?

Monitoring and controlling one's cognitive processes Signup and view all the answers

Which component of Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) involves increasing self-awareness?

Self-Evaluation Signup and view all the answers

'Verbal persuasion' as mentioned in the text comes from:

'Influential people' such as parents or teachers Signup and view all the answers

How can one develop good study habits based on the text?

Creating or joining a study group Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by Albert Bandura's theory of self-efficacy?

Belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations Signup and view all the answers

'Mastery experiences' mentioned in the text refer to:

Direct experiences leading to a higher belief in personal efficacy Signup and view all the answers

'Vicarious experiences' as discussed in the text involve:

Observing role models succeed through hard work Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of good study habits according to the text?

Establishing attitudes and behaviors for effective learning Signup and view all the answers

'Emotional & physiological states' as described in the text are tied to:

'Motivation' while undergoing stress or depression Signup and view all the answers

What does the physical dimension of self-care entail?

Consistently sleeping for at least 8 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which activity falls under the psychological dimension of self-care?

Learning to deal with negative self-talk Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of practicing self-compassion?

Being understanding and non-judgmental towards oneself Signup and view all the answers

What is one aspect of mindfulness in self-compassion?

Embracing oneself fully in the present moment Signup and view all the answers

How does social self-care benefit individuals?

By spending quality time with loved ones Signup and view all the answers

How does enhanced productivity relate to self-care?

By having more time to pursue personal goals Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of self-compassion according to the text?

'Self-kindness' and being gentle with oneself Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is an element of spiritual self-care?

Meditation and contemplation about one's beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Why is avoiding negative self-talk important for self-esteem?

'Negative self-talk is damaging to how one perceives oneself Signup and view all the answers