Mary Observes Another's Performance and Says, "Gee, I Think I

question 132

Multiple Choice

Mary observes another's performance and says, "Gee, I think I can do that." Bandura calls this personal evaluation

• A) self-efficacy.
• B) self-esteem.
• C) self-concept.
• D) self-appraisal.

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

An approach to education that utilizes incentives and penalties to shape behavior.

Instrumental Conditioning

A learning process in which an individual alters behavior due to the association of actions with punishments or rewards.

Classical Conditioning

The process of learning where, through continuous pairing, a reaction initially provoked by the second of two stimuli is eventually provoked by the first stimulus.

Preparedness

The state of being readily equipped or mentally ready to handle situations or to undertake specific tasks.