Social Cognitive Theorists Propose That People Often Become Increasingly Self-Regulating

question 57

Essay

Social cognitive theorists propose that people often become increasingly self-regulating over time.
a.Explain what social cognitive theorists mean by the term self-regulation.
b.Identify a response you would like to see your students make in an increasingly self-regulated fashion.Then describe two specific strategies you might use to promote their self-regulation.Your strategies should be based on concepts and/or principles that social cognitive theorists provide.

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Definitions:

Piaget

Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, focusing on how children develop cognitive abilities through stages.

Accommodates

Adapts or adjusts to suit a new condition or environment.

Assimilates

The process by which an individual incorporates new information into their existing cognitive structures.

Scheme

A systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular objective or putting a particular idea into effect.