Question 1

As teachers, we can probably best help students overcome debilitating anxiety in the classroom by:

Accepted Answer

Communicating to students that they can succeed with effort and that mistakes are part of the learning process helps build a growth mindset. This approach reduces anxiety by emphasizing learning and improvement over perfection, making it a supportive strategy for overcoming debilitating anxiety in the classroom.

Question 2

Consider the discussion in the textbook on anxiety.The best approach to taking a difficult exam is to:

Accepted Answer

Worrying a little bit about the exam can help you stay focused and motivated, but worrying too much can lead to anxiety and interfere with your performance.

Question 3

Three of the following are part of a tip sheet authored by researchers at the University of Waterloo.Which one of the following is not necessarily a tip found on "Motivating students: Creating an inspiring environment"?

Accepted Answer

The tip about attending to students' self-handicapping strategies is not necessarily found on the "Motivating students: Creating an inspiring environment" tip sheet authored by researchers at the University of Waterloo. The other options (A, B, C) focus on inclusion, competence, and personal meaning, which are common themes in educational motivation strategies.

Question 4

You go to an art museum on a Sunday afternoon.With respect to hot cognition, you most likely to remember the picture of:

Accepted Answer

Hot cognition refers to the influence of emotions on cognitive processes. A picture of a man with a gaping chest wound is likely to evoke a strong emotional response, making it more memorable compared to the other options.

Question 5

Consider the textbook definitions of threat and challenge.Identify the situation that is most likely to pose a threat rather than a challenge.

Accepted Answer

The situation in D is most likely to pose a threat because it involves a requirement to succeed in an area where the individual has previously failed, suggesting a high likelihood of perceived inability to meet the demand, which aligns with the definition of a threat.

Question 6

Under some conditions, negative feedback can increase students' intrinsic motivation to perform school tasks.With these conditions in mind, choose the statement below that is most likely to promote intrinsic motivation.

Accepted Answer

C) focuses on the individual's potential and offers constructive feedback, which can enhance intrinsic motivation by showing belief in the student's abilities and providing guidance for improvement.

Question 7

Which one of the following statements is most accurate about how anxiety affects students' performance in the classroom?

Accepted Answer

A moderate amount of anxiety can indeed enhance learning and performance by increasing focus and motivation. However, high levels of anxiety tend to impair performance, especially on complex tasks, but might not significantly impact performance on very simple tasks.

Question 8

Which one of the following examples characterizes anxiety rather than fear, as the textbook distinguishes between the two terms?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety is characterized by a feeling of unease or nervousness about an uncertain outcome, often without a specific immediate threat. Olivia's nervousness about her presentation, despite being prepared, reflects anxiety rather than fear, which is typically a response to a known or immediate threat.

Question 9

Which one of the following most accurately describes the relation between cognition and motivation?

Accepted Answer

Cognition and motivation are interrelated processes where each can influence the other. For example, a person's beliefs and thoughts (cognition) can drive their motivation to pursue a goal, while their desires and goals (motivation) can affect how they think and process information.

Question 10

Louis suffers from extreme test anxiety.Three of the statements below probably describe Louis.Which one does not?

Accepted Answer

Louis's extreme test anxiety would likely impair his ability to focus and think clearly, rather than enhance his attention to detail in the wording of each question. Anxiety often disrupts cognitive processes rather than aiding in meticulous examination of test questions.

Question 11

If you want to promote intrinsic motivation in your students, you should:

Accepted Answer

Helping students master challenging tasks promotes intrinsic motivation by fostering a sense of accomplishment and competence, which is internally rewarding.

Question 12

Which teacher is most likely to promote intrinsic motivation in his or her students?

Accepted Answer

Ms. Downey's feedback to Ted focuses on his personal achievement and the quality of his work, which is more likely to promote intrinsic motivation by recognizing his internal satisfaction and pride in his accomplishment.

Question 13

Which one of the following is definitely an example of trait anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Trait anxiety refers to a personality characteristic where an individual tends to perceive a wide range of situations as threatening, leading to frequent feelings of anxiety. Tom's consistent nausea in response to test-taking situations suggests a stable, enduring tendency to experience anxiety in evaluative situations, fitting the definition of trait anxiety.

Question 14

Your students have been given a challenging task-one at which they can succeed only if they work hard.Considering what we know about the effects of anxiety on performance, which one of the following students is most likely to complete the task successfully?

Accepted Answer

Moderate levels of anxiety can actually enhance performance by increasing motivation and focus, unlike extreme anxiety or complete apathy, which can impair performance. Damion's situation reflects this optimal level of anxiety.

Question 15

Which one of the following individuals clearly has state anxiety?

Accepted Answer

State anxiety is a temporary condition that is a response to a specific situation. Liam's panic upon realizing he studied the wrong chapter for a quiz is a clear example of state anxiety, as it is a direct response to a particular stressful situation.

Question 16

Which one of the following is the best example of state anxiety rather than trait anxiety?

Accepted Answer

State anxiety is situational and temporary, occurring in specific circumstances. Herdis's nervousness about giving a presentation for the first time exemplifies state anxiety, as it is tied to a specific event rather than being a general characteristic.

Question 17

Which one of the following teachers is using a strategy consistent with the concept of hot cognition?

Accepted Answer

Hot cognition refers to the mental processes that are influenced by desires and feelings. Mr. Moore's strategy of vividly portraying the Holocaust to elicit strong emotional reactions (anger at the atrocities) from students is an example of leveraging hot cognition, as it involves engaging students' emotions to deepen their understanding and retention of the material.

Question 18

What are the two additional conditions for intrinsic motivation?

Accepted Answer

Intrinsic motivation is significantly influenced by self-efficacy, which is the belief in one's ability to succeed, and self-determination, which refers to the control over one's own choices and life.

Question 19

Which one of the following students is most likely to have facilitating anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Facilitating anxiety is a type of anxiety that can actually improve performance by increasing alertness and focus. Iain's nervousness about doing well in the 100-meter dash is an example of facilitating anxiety because it can help him concentrate and perform better in the race.

Question 20

The textbook describes two conditions that may be essential for intrinsic motivation.With these conditions in mind, choose the teacher below who is most likely to promote intrinsic motivation in his or her students.

Accepted Answer

Ms. Baxter's approach of giving concrete suggestions for improvement directly supports intrinsic motivation by fostering a sense of competence and autonomy, two key conditions for intrinsic motivation. This feedback helps students understand how they can improve, which is more likely to engage their interest and internal desire to learn and grow, as opposed to external pressures or demands.

Quiz 9: Motivation, Affect, and Cognition