Question 1

When individuals are naturally interested in a particular activity,they are intrinsically motivated.

Accepted Answer

When individuals have a natural interest in a particular activity, they are motivated to engage in it for their own satisfaction and enjoyment, which is intrinsic motivation.

Question 2

Pride or shame for one's own actions is likely to be felt most strongly by those who attribute their actions to

Accepted Answer

Pride or shame is likely to be felt most strongly by those who attribute their actions to internal causes, which are factors within oneself such as personality traits, beliefs, or values. When people feel a sense of personal responsibility for their actions, they are more likely to feel pride or shame based on the outcomes of those actions. External causes, such as situational factors, are often seen as beyond one's control and may not lead to a strong emotional reaction. Stable causes are enduring qualities of the self, whereas unstable causes are temporary factors that are more likely to be seen as situational.

Question 3

Harry is apathetic and certain that he is not able to do the work.He makes poor marks in school and is not inclined to seek help.According to attribution theory,Harry is typical of students who attribute their failures to causes that are

Accepted Answer

Harry attributes his failures to internal, stable, and uncontrollable causes, meaning he believes his lack of ability is inherent and unchangeable, leading to apathy and poor performance.

Question 4

As Jim looks at his report card,he remarks to Judy,"I got that B because I really didn't work hard in Mr.Wedell's calculus class." According to Weiner,Jim is attributing the cause of his grade to causes that are

Accepted Answer

Jim is attributing the cause of his grade to his own internal factors, specifically his lack of effort or not working hard in the class. This attribution is stable because it refers to his consistent lack of effort and controllable because he could have worked harder if he chose to do so.

Question 5

The type of learning goal that a person will be most motivated to reach is one that is

Accepted Answer

Specific goals provide a clear target for the individual to work towards and can be broken down into achievable sub-goals. Moderately difficult goals are challenging enough to be motivating but still within reach for the individual. Therefore, a specific and moderately difficult goal is likely to be the most motivating for a person.

Question 6

Cognitive views of motivation developed in response to the ________ of motivation.

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Question 7

Maslow's hierarchy of needs has been criticized because

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs has been criticized because people often prioritize their needs in different orders than what the hierarchy predicts. The hierarchy also doesn't account for cultural or individual differences in the importance placed on different needs.

Question 8

Pat believes that the reason for her success in reading is the effort she puts into it.Pat is reflecting what type of locus of control?

Accepted Answer

An internal locus of control refers to the belief that one's actions and efforts have a direct impact on their outcomes. Pat attributes her success in reading to the effort she puts into it, indicating an internal locus of control.

Question 9

Which one of the following situations is a valid implication of Maslow's hierarchy for education?

Accepted Answer

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, physiological needs must be met before higher-level needs such as academic performance can be pursued. If Jennifer is feeling ill, her basic physiological needs are not fully met, which may affect her interest in academics.

Question 10

According to the expectancy x value theory,motivation increases as expectancy of success and the value of rewards increase.

Accepted Answer

Expectancy x value theory suggests that motivation increases as an individual's expectancy of success in a task and the value of rewards associated with the task increase.

Question 11

A current reflection of the humanistic perspective is the "self-esteem movement."

Accepted Answer

The self-esteem movement focuses on promoting positivity, self-acceptance, and self-worth. These concepts align with the humanistic perspective's emphasis on personal growth, self-actualization, and individual potential. Thus, the self-esteem movement can be viewed as a current reflection of the humanistic perspective.

Question 12

Define motivation,and differentiate between behavioral,humanistic,cognitive,and sociocultural approaches to the interpretation of motivation.

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Question 13

In Maslow's hierarchy,self-esteem is considered to be what type of need?

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem is considered a deficiency need in Maslow's hierarchy, as it is essential for psychological health and must be fulfilled before reaching self-actualization.

Question 14

Theories that take into account both the behaviorist's concern with the effects of behavior and the cognitivist's interest in the impact of thinking are characterized as ________ theories.

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Question 15

Each situation below represents a need in Maslow's hierarchy.Which of the following students demonstrates the most basic need that must be satisfied before any other?

Accepted Answer

The most basic need in Maslow's hierarchy is physiological needs, such as the need for safety and security. Chuck's situation represents a threat to his safety and security, making him the student with the most basic need that must be satisfied before any other.

Question 16

According to attribution theory,students who see the causes of their failures as internal and controllable will react to those failures by

Accepted Answer

According to attribution theory, when students see the causes of their failures as internal and controllable, they are more likely to find strategies to succeed the next time. This is because such students view their failures as a result of something they can change or improve upon. Therefore, option D is the best choice. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not align with the tendencies of students with this attribution style.

Question 17

Sara attributes failures to internal causes.Consequently,she is likely to blame her poor mark in science on her

Accepted Answer

Since Sara attributes failures to internal causes, she is more likely to blame herself for the poor mark in science rather than external factors such as bad luck or difficult tests. Therefore, option B - lack of effort - is the best choice.

Question 18

Jeremy's interest in history has been decreasing lately.According to Maslow's theory,what should the teacher do?

Accepted Answer

Maslow's theory states that individuals have specific needs that must be met before they can focus on higher-level needs. The teacher should first determine whether Jeremy's deficiency needs (such as safety, love, and esteem) are being met before addressing his interest in history.

Question 19

Personal freedom,choice,intrinsic motivation,and self-determination are emphasized in ________ theories of motivation.

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Question 20

Anthony said,"I did well because I was lucky." The type of attribution being demonstrated is

Accepted Answer

Anthony attributes his success to luck, which is an external and unstable factor. This suggests that he does not believe his success was due to his own abilities or effort, which would be an internal attribution. Additionally, by saying it was due to luck, he is implying that his success may not be repeatable or sustainable, making it an unstable attribution.

Quiz 12: Motivation in Learning and Teaching