Carol is restless during class because her professor's distressed facial expressions lead her to believe that he dislikes teaching.The professor,on the other hand,is distressed because he sees Carol's restlessness as an indication that she lacks any motivation to learn.At this point,both student and professor should be informed of the dangers of

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The situation described in the scenario can be attributed to the fundamental attribution error, which is the tendency for individuals to explain other people's behavior based on internal factors (such as personality traits) rather than external factors (such as situational factors). The professor is assuming that Carol's restlessness is due to her lack of motivation, rather than considering that she may be responding to his own distressed behavior. Similarly, Carol is assuming that the professor's distressed facial expressions are due to his dislike of teaching, rather than considering that he may be experiencing some external stressors that are affecting his demeanor. Recognizing and addressing the fundamental attribution error can help both student and professor better understand and communicate with each other.

Carol Is Restless During Class Because Her Professor's Distressed Facial