16 Questions
What is the primary purpose of setting goals?
To focus on what is important and energize our actions
What type of goals are specific to individual subjects?
Short-term goals
What is the benefit of writing down and regularly reviewing goals?
It helps to remind us of our goals and stay focused
What is the distinction between learning styles and learning strategies?
Learning styles are related to motivation, while learning strategies are related to cognition
What is the purpose of visiting professors at least once?
To discuss goals and get feedback
What is the main purpose of setting specific goals?
To work towards long-term goals
What component of motivation is affected by an individual's beliefs about themselves and schoolwork?
Expectancy
What is the difference between self-concept and self-esteem?
Self-concept is your general beliefs about yourself, while self-esteem is how you feel about yourself
What is an example of a roadblock to motivation?
Staying in situations that encourage unwanted behavior
What is another term for 'reasons you give for your performance'?
Attributions
What is the primary function of sensory memory?
To hold information very briefly
What is the percentage of attentional resources spent on primary tasks?
63.6%
What is the purpose of elaboration in improving cognition and metacognition?
To make material more meaningful by building rich connections among concepts
What is metacognition?
An awareness and control of your own learning
What is the main purpose of recognition in the memory process?
To identify what you are trying to remember from a set of options
What is the primary function of schemas in long-term memory?
To organize and structure knowledge
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