Self-concept & Identity

Question 1

Self-concept

Answer 1

an individual’s personal perception of their competence

Question 2

Self-image is influenced by….

Answer 2

how important people in the child’s life treat them

Question 3

A young child’s identity is based on…

Answer 3

• concrete factors
• immediate behaviours and appearances
• assumptions about shared feelings and perceptions

Question 4

An older child’s identity is based on….

Answer 4

• abstract thoughts about beliefs, values and motivations

Question 5

Components of a positive self-concept

Answer 5

• belonging
• worthiness
• uniqueness
• perceived competence
• acceptance of self
• virtue (consistent moral code)

Question 6

• Self-concept

Answer 6

• What do I think about myself?
• cognitive
• ideas, knowledge, experiences

Question 7

• Self-esteem

Answer 7

• What do I feel about myself?
• emotional/affective
• comparison with others, evaluation

Question 8

• Self-image

Answer 8

• combination of self-concept and self-esteem

- who am I and who do I want to be?

Question 9

There is a high correlation between ____ and ____

Answer 9

self-image and academic achievement

Question 10

Learners’ progress is linked to ____

Answer 10

how well they think they can achieve

Question 11

1. A person with high self-esteem interprets failure by…

2. A person with low self-esteem interprets failure by….

Answer 11

1. Trying harder

2. Giving up

Question 12

Characteristics of a person with low self-esteem

Answer 12

• feels inferior
• poor communication skills
• very critical
• seeks recognition and praise
• internalises feelings
• moody
• lonely
• feels rejected

Question 13

Role of he teacher

Answer 13

• help learners identify their strengths and weaknesses
• recognise learners’ abilities
• create a warm environ where mistakes are allowed
• give learners the freedom to try and take risks
• communicate positive expectations
• encourage rather than praise