Student Fear Factor Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a reprieve?

A permanent solution

A form of punishment

A temporary relief or delay (correct)

A new assignment

What does sense of efficacy mean?

The belief that people can change their situation

What does it mean to cling?

To lose interest

To ignore something

To hold on tightly to somebody/something (correct)

To let go of something

What does tenuously mean?

<p>Uncertainly; shakily</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does appropriateness refer to?

<p>Following the relevant rules, norms, and expectations for specific relationships and situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary and Definitions

Reprieve: Refers to a temporary relief or delay; can also mean granting a postponement. Fear-driven students may choose not to attend classes, providing them a reprieve from exposure.
Sense of Efficacy: This term indicates the belief that individuals possess the capability to change their situations. Example: A student named Yolanda could potentially pass without completing all assignments, yet still maintain a sense of efficacy.
Cling: Describes the action of holding on tightly to someone or something. Students may cling to their identity as college students, despite a lack of assessment evidence.
Tenuously: An adverb meaning uncertainly or shakily. While students may hold onto their identities as college students, it can be done tenuously without concrete evidence.
Appropriateness: This refers to adhering to specific rules, norms, and expectations pertinent to particular relationships and situations. A character expressed concern about the appropriateness of her research topic in relation to her assignment.

Description

Explore key terms from 'The Student Fear Factor' by Rebecca D. Cox with these flashcards. Each card presents a word and its definition, aiding in comprehension of the text's themes on student anxiety and relief. Perfect for quick review and understanding of important concepts.