What's the difference between self-efficacy and self- esteem?
Self-esteem is the belief that you as a person have value, self efficacy is the belief that you can do things, even when they're difficult.
Can you explain the theory in 1 sentence?
It is about the belief that you can do a challenge, even if it's difficult.
Can you remember the 4 sources of self-efficacy?
mastery of experiences, vicarious experience, social persuasion, physiological & mental states.
Name 3 benefits of high self-efficacy?
Resilience to adversity/High academic, work achievement, healthy lifestyle, deeper interest in things, recover from setbacks,
Who invented the theory?
Albert Bandura
Who influences our self-efficacy in our teens?
Our teenage peers.
Why is feedback important?
Seeking out feedback helps build our belief we can do something, especially if it is from someone we trust
Name 3 strategies to improve your self-efficacy?
Set the right goals Celebrate your success Observe others Pay attention to your thoughts and emotions Take care of your physical health Identify your network
Name 2 effects of low-self efficacy.
avoid challenging tasks, give up easily, negative outlook and focus on personal failings,
Why are role models important?
Because they demonstrate self-efficacy and you can strive to be like them
What is Mastery of experiences?
It's the belief that having mastered an action previously - makes you believe you can do it again.
When does self-efficacy start to develop? Who influences it initially?
In early childhood. Our parents self-efficacy is an important influence.