Chapter 3: The Self, Social, and Moral Development

Self concept is...

• Something that only you feel.

• Something that is constantly changing.

• Something that is impossible to control.

• All of the above

According to Erikson’s Psychosocial Development Theory, in the trust vs. mistrust stage, if needs are dependably met, infants develop a sense of basic trust.

• Ture

• False

Which is an example of the autonomy versus shame and doubt stage?

• A teenager trying out new fashions and hairstyles.

• A middle-schooler completing a challenging math assignment.

• A preschooler insisting on picking out her own clothes, no matter how mismatched they are.

Authoritative teaching strategies are associated with what students identify as “good teachers.” Identify which one of the following educators is demonstrating authoritative techniques in the classroom.

• When Marcus failed to take his seat upon entering the room, Miss Thomas reminded him of the class rules and consequences.

• Paulo, a shy new student to the class, was forced by Mr. Hall on his first day in his new school to give a speech about his past experiences in Guatemala.

• Dina was allowed by her teacher to skip recess and play inside by herself because she did not have any friends.

• Mr. Krall allowed the students to have two free days at the beginning of the year in which to become acquainted with their peers in the classroom.

Research suggests that a majority of students cheat at some point in their academic careers. Which one of the following is not a recommendation to reduce cheating in the classroom?

• Clear guidelines on what constitutes cheating, accompanied by consequences that, when imposed, will deter other students due to their severity.

• Reduce the focus on grades, and provide the material for students with which they must be familiar.

• Encourage collaboration with peers on assignments to provide necessary support and decrease anxiety.

• Ensure students are well prepared for assignments and tests.