Praise Is More Effective If Used Appropriately

question 15

Multiple Choice

Praise is more effective if used appropriately. Based on guidelines for giving praise, which teacher seems to understand and use praise appropriately?

• A) "You are a good boy. You did a much better job in class today, Felipe."
• B) "I see that you did better than the others in your group today. Good work, Amanda."
• C) "I am glad you used the correct heading and turned in a very neat paper today, Carson."
• D) "Everyone should be watching LeVonne and doing exactly what she is doing when the bell rings."

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Definitions:

Women Of Color

Refers to women who are of non-White racial or ethnic backgrounds, highlighting the intersectionality of race, gender, and sometimes class.

Bias

Bias refers to a predisposition or prejudice towards or against something or someone, often in a way considered to be unfair or irrational.

Stereotype Assimilation

The phenomenon where individuals or groups adopt behaviors and attitudes based on generalized and oversimplified perceptions of their identity.

Stereotype Reactance

The defiance or oppositional behavior that individuals might display when they feel stereotyped or categorized in a limiting way.