Q: Which formula best represents the relationship between self-efficacy and persistence in learning tasks?

$Persistence \propto Self\text{-}Efficacy$

Question 1

According to Bandura's Social Cognitive Theory, which concept best explains how a student learns a new behavior by watching a peer receive praise for it?

Accepted Answer

Vicarious reinforcement

Question 2

Which of the following best describes reciprocal causality in Social Cognitive Theory?

Accepted Answer

Personal factors, environment, and behavior all influence each other.

Question 3

A teacher notices that students are more likely to participate after seeing their classmates succeed. Which principle from Bandura's theory does this illustrate?

Accepted Answer

Modeling

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a source of self-efficacy according to Bandura?

Accepted Answer

Salience evaluation

Question 5

A student believes they can solve a difficult math problem because they have succeeded in similar tasks before. This belief is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Self-efficacy

Question 6

Which equation best represents the concept of reciprocal causality in Social Cognitive Theory?

Accepted Answer

$Personal\ Factors \leftrightarrow Environment \leftrightarrow Behavior$

Question 7

A teacher uses the 'Teachers’ Sense of Efficacy Scale' to assess their ability to motivate students. Which psychological construct is being measured?

Accepted Answer

Self-efficacy

Question 8

Which scenario best illustrates vicarious reinforcement?

Accepted Answer

A student observes a peer being praised and then tries to earn praise themselves.

Question 9

In the context of self-regulation, which element involves evaluating the importance of a stimulus?

Accepted Answer

Salience evaluation

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the role of forethought in self-regulation?

Accepted Answer

It involves anticipating outcomes and planning actions.

Question 11

A student procrastinates because they doubt their ability to succeed. According to Bandura, which concept is most relevant?

Accepted Answer

Low self-efficacy

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of modeling in a classroom setting?

Accepted Answer

A teacher demonstrates a math problem and students imitate the steps.

Question 13

Which process is most directly involved when a student adapts their behavior after observing the consequences of another's actions?

Accepted Answer

Vicarious reinforcement

Question 14

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of stimulus generalization in self-regulation?

Accepted Answer

Applying a learned response to a new but similar situation.

Question 15

A teacher wants to increase students' self-efficacy. Which strategy is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Provide opportunities for mastery experiences.

Question 16

Which of the following is a bottom-up element of self-regulation according to Palacios-Barrios & Hanson?

Accepted Answer

Salience evaluation

Question 17

A student sets a goal, monitors their progress, and adjusts their strategy. This sequence best exemplifies:

Accepted Answer

Self-regulation

Question 18

Which of the following best explains why students may discontinue a behavior after seeing a peer punished for it?

Accepted Answer

Vicarious punishment

Question 19

According to Social Cognitive Theory, which factor is LEAST likely to influence learning?

Accepted Answer

Genetic inheritance

Question 20

Which formula best represents the relationship between self-efficacy and persistence in learning tasks?

Accepted Answer

$Persistence \propto Self	ext{-}Efficacy$

Social Cognitive Theory and Observational Learning in Educational Psychology

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