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62.Which of the following theories of motivation best explains why : 1200573
62.Which of the following theories of motivation best explains why challenging activities increase learner motivation?
a.Self-regulation theory
b.Self-worth theory
c.Self-monitoring theory
d.Self-determination theory
63.Increasing students’ perception of competence and autonomy are important for learner motivation. Of the following, perceptions of competence and autonomy are best increased by:
a.learning environments in which teachers are enthusiastic.
b.learning activities that focus on learner self-esteem.
c.success on tasks students view as challenging but doable.
d.reinforcement for completing assignments consistently and conscientiously.
64. Student motivation increases when they understand what they’re learning and why they are learning it. Which of the following variables from the model for promoting student motivation is best illustrated by this description?
a.Teacher caring
b.Teacher expectations
c.Task comprehension
d.Challenge
65. The concept of utility value–the belief that knowledge or skills learned in school will be valuable outside the immediate classroom–most closely relates to which of the following variables in the model for promoting student motivation?
a.Task comprehension
b.Goal monitoring
c.Introductory focus
d.Strategy use
66.When students understand what they’re supposed to be learning and why they’re supposed to learn it, their perceptions of control increase. The value of these increased perceptions is best explained by:
a.expectancy x value theory.
b.self-worth theory.
c.self-determination theory.
d.self-efficacy theory.
67.As Ron Hanson and his class are discussing a topic, Ron routinely asks, “Now, why do you suppose we want to study this topic? Why do you think it’s important?” The variable in the model for promoting student motivation that is best demonstrated by Ron’s questions is:
a.teacher expectations.
b.personalization.
c.task comprehension.
d.challenge.
68.Teachers are urged to provide students with a reason for studying the topics they’re studying. Providing rationales most closely relates to which variable in the model for promoting student motivation?
a.Modeling
b.Task comprehension
c.Order and safety
d.Involvement
69.“When I give the kids an assignment, I tell them exactly what I want, why we’re doing the assignment, and how many points it’s worth,” Kelly Evans commented to one of her friends. “They’re trying harder now than they did before.” The characteristic of the model for promoting student motivation that Kelly Evans’s comment best illustrates is:
a.order and safety.
b.climate.
c.task comprehension.
d.success.
70.Mr. Steven’s realized that his students were confused as to how to factor numbers. He decided to use an additional class period to address the concept. He also provided additional homework for the concept and did some in-class group problems to ensure that the students would be as successful as possible, and he praised the students for their hard work and improvement. Which component of the TARGET model does Mr. Steven’s behavior most directly address?
a.Authority
b.Task
c.Recognition
d.Time
71.Ms. Leah emphasizes that “We’re all in this together, and we’re here to help everyone in the class learn as much as possible.” She then conducts learning activities in which students work together to help each other learn. Her strategy best demonstrates which aspect of the TARGET model?
a.Recognition
b.Grouping
c.Evaluation
d.Time
