Tim Is Doing Poorly in Math

question 31

Multiple Choice

Tim is doing poorly in math.Although he knows he's not a very good math student,it does not concern him greatly.He spends most of his time after school playing hockey,a sport at which he excels.Tim's 5th grade math teacher tries to motivate him to stay after school for tutoring,but Tim doesn't want to miss hockey practice.Furthermore,he reasons,two of his teammates have even lower marks in math than he does.Which of the following approaches would you recommend Tim's teacher use with him?

• A)Try to help Tim gain a more realistic perspective about his weaknesses in math and help him learn the skills he needs to succeed.
• B)Try to enhance his academic self-esteem by giving him unconditional positive regard.
• C)Encourage him to focus his attention on sports because that's where his talents are.
• D)Provide reflected appraisals of positive warmth and encouragement for his efforts in math,regardless of the quality of his efforts.

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