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Some college students were randomly assigned to edit and explain their online profiles rather than to study and explain a Google Maps routing.These students subsequently scored higher on a measure of

Understand the concept of habitat and distinguish between different types of habitats.
Recognize the importance of keystone species and their impact on biodiversity and community structure.
Understand the concepts of mutualism and parasitism in the context of ecological relationships.
Appreciate the significance of species richness and the factors influencing it across different geographical areas.

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Stereotype Threat

The anxiety or concern experienced by individuals when they fear that their actions might confirm a negative stereotype about their group.

Stereotype Lift

The phenomenon where individuals perform better than otherwise because they are aware of a positive stereotype about their group.

Positive Stereotype

A generalized belief about a particular group or category of people that assigns them inherently good traits, which, despite being positive, can lead to unrealistic expectations and pressures.

Test Anxiety

A condition characterized by excessive stress and worry that impairs the ability to perform well on exams.

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