Psychology Chapter 1: Motor Skills
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What is motor skill defined as?

Behavior that is goal-directed, intentional, and learned.

Interpersonal skills are only relevant in private interactions.

False

Which of the following are qualities associated with competence? (Select all that apply)

  • Knowledge (correct)
  • Motivation (correct)
  • Intelligence
  • Skill (correct)
  • What does goal-directed behavior represent?

    <p>Mental representations of desired end-states, social interaction, intentions, and behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory emphasizes the regulation of behavior?

    <p>Theory of Self-Regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is motor skill?

    <p>Motor skill is defined as behavior that is goal-directed, intentional, and learned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does interpersonal skill relate to?

    <p>Interpersonal skills relate to the extent to which individuals are socially skilled according to how they interact with others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process that guides a person's responses?

    <p>Each person's response is guided and shaped by the responses of others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are qualities associated with competence? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Goal-directed behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does goal-directed behavior represent?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Theory of Reasoned Action propose?

    <p>The Theory of Reasoned Action proposes that behavior is determined by intentions, which in turn are influenced by attitudes and social norms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Theory of Planned Behavior extend?

    <p>The Theory of Planned Behavior extends the Theory of Reasoned Action by adding perceived behavioral control as an influencing factor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the Theory of Self-Regulation?

    <p>The Theory of Self-Regulation emphasizes the processes involved in maintaining goal-directed behavior across situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Theory of Trying interpret?

    <p>The Theory of Trying interprets goal-directed behavior within three domains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Motor Skills

    • Defined as behavior that is goal-directed, intentional, and learned.
    • Involves fluent and effective performance.
    • Incorporates internal processes for execution.

    Interpersonal Skills

    • Individuals are socially skilled based on how they interact with others.
    • Essential for fulfilling one's own rights and needs.

    Process of Interaction

    • Responses of individuals are shaped by the reactions of others.
    • Highlights the dynamic nature of social interactions and responsiveness.

    Qualities Associated with Competence

    • Knowledge: Relates to the information an individual possesses.
    • Motivation: Concerns the individual's desire to engage in behavior.
    • Skill: Refers to the ability to perform actions effectively.
    • Goal-directedness: Goals serve as mental representations of desired states, involving intentions and social interactions.

    Theories of Goal-Directed Intentions and Behaviors

    • Theory of Reasoned Action: Suggests behavior is influenced by intentions, which are shaped by individual attitudes and social norms.
    • Theory of Planned Behavior: Extends the previous theory by including perceived behavioral control as a factor.
    • Theory of Self-Regulation: Emphasizes the importance of self-control and self-monitoring in behavior.
    • Theory of Trying: Focuses on the process of striving towards goal-directed behavior within three domains, making it adaptable to various contexts.

    Motor Skills

    • Defined as behavior that is goal-directed, intentional, and learned.
    • Involves fluent and effective performance.
    • Incorporates internal processes for execution.

    Interpersonal Skills

    • Individuals are socially skilled based on how they interact with others.
    • Essential for fulfilling one's own rights and needs.

    Process of Interaction

    • Responses of individuals are shaped by the reactions of others.
    • Highlights the dynamic nature of social interactions and responsiveness.

    Qualities Associated with Competence

    • Knowledge: Relates to the information an individual possesses.
    • Motivation: Concerns the individual's desire to engage in behavior.
    • Skill: Refers to the ability to perform actions effectively.
    • Goal-directedness: Goals serve as mental representations of desired states, involving intentions and social interactions.

    Theories of Goal-Directed Intentions and Behaviors

    • Theory of Reasoned Action: Suggests behavior is influenced by intentions, which are shaped by individual attitudes and social norms.
    • Theory of Planned Behavior: Extends the previous theory by including perceived behavioral control as a factor.
    • Theory of Self-Regulation: Emphasizes the importance of self-control and self-monitoring in behavior.
    • Theory of Trying: Focuses on the process of striving towards goal-directed behavior within three domains, making it adaptable to various contexts.

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    Explore the foundational concepts of motor skills in Chapter 1 of Psychology. This quiz delves into the perception and development of motor skills, highlighting their significance in psychological studies. Test your understanding of the intricate dynamics between perception and motor control.

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