Which of the Following Is NOT True of Children with a Defensive

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of children with a defensive attributional style?

• A) They have a tendency to believe others are threatening them.
• B) They are frightened of being attacked.
• C) They are generally psychopathic.
• D) They are overly emotional.

Compare and contrast Rotter's and Skinner's views on reinforcement and behavior.

Discuss expectancy and reinforcement value in Rotter's theory.

Compare Rotter’s concept of locus of control with Bandura's concept of self-efficacy.

Define and provide examples of behavior potential according to Rotter.

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Definitions:

Hawthorne Effect

The alteration of behavior by individuals due to their awareness of being observed, as initially observed in studies at the Hawthorne Works factory.

Observational Methods

Research techniques where the researcher watches subjects in their natural environment without interference or manipulation.

Multi-Level Analysis

A statistical method that analyzes data that is nested within multiple levels of a hierarchy, such as individuals within teams.

Sociometry

A quantitative method for measuring social relationships and structures by analyzing the choice and rejection among members within a group or community.