Mastering Focus

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Which of the following is a self-management strategy for improving on-task behavior?

Setting goals (correct)
Seeking reminders from others
Ignoring distractions
Day dreaming

Which of the following is an example of an external distraction?

Constant worries
Random thoughts
Tracking off-task behaviors
Digital devices (correct)

What is the purpose of self-monitoring?

To set goals
To eliminate distractions
To reward on-task behavior
To gain awareness of off-task behaviors (correct)

Which of the following is an example of on-task behavior?

Completing a task within the given deadline (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is on-task behavior important for students?

It improves their learning process (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the consequences of not being able to stay on-task at work?

Poor employee evaluation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key factor in developing good on-task behaviors?

Practicing self-management skills (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a habit?

A behavior that is automatic and occurs without thinking (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to place your cellphone away and out of sight?

To avoid distractions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can help make on-task behavior a habit?

Using self-management strategies (C) Signup and view all the answers

Being on or off-task is a ______ that we choose.

behavior Signup and view all the answers

An important key to developing good on-task ______ is turning your on-task behavior into a habit.

behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Habits are formed through repeated ______.

practice Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Self-management = Skills to control one's behavior On-task behavior = Behavior that is focused and productive Habit = A behavior that is automatic and often occurs without thinking about it Distraction = Something that diverts attention away from the task at hand Signup and view all the answers

Match the following actions with their results:

Placing cellphone away = Reducing distractions Repeated practice = Forming a habit Staying on-task = Improving productivity Using self-management strategies = Improving on-task behavior Signup and view all the answers

Match the following strategies with their purposes:

Developing on-task behavior = Improving focus and productivity Turning on-task behavior into a habit = Making the behavior automatic Practicing self-management strategies = Enhancing ability to stay on-task Eliminating distractions = Increasing concentration on the task Signup and view all the answers