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Social-Cognitive and Trait Theories of Personality. Two low-ink student pages with concept connections, model building, and written application. Student practice is open for classroom testing.

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CLSM / AP PSYCHOLOGY · PRACTICE COMPANION

4.5 / Social-Cognitive and Trait Theories of Personality

Name ___________________________ Date __________________

01 Connect a concept.

Explain each concept in your own words. Add a brief example that shows why the concept fits.

Reciprocal determinism
Self-concept
Self-efficacy
Self-esteem

02 Build the explanation.

A three-way loop. Build the reciprocal-determinism model for a fictional practice club.

  1. A single score permanently determines every action.
  2. The learner asks for feedback and practices.
  3. The club provides feedback that changes later expectations.
  4. A learner expects that practice can help.
Personal factor
Behavior
Environment
Original CLSM practice · Topic 4.5 · Student page 1 of 2

CLSM / AP PSYCHOLOGY · APPLY & EXPLAIN

Use the idea in a new situation.

03 Make a choice. Give a reason.

1. A quiet response occurs during a difficult group task. What may be concluded from this alone?
  1. The person has low self-esteem.
  2. The person was quiet in that situation.
  3. The person is permanently low in extraversion.

My choice: ______   Why it fits:

2. Which statement best captures a trait approach?
  1. Broad dimensions summarize relatively stable tendencies.
  2. Every person belongs to one rigid personality type.
  3. Situations can never influence behavior.

My choice: ______   Why it fits:

04 Bring it together.

Use a new example to show all three reciprocal influences.

One idea I corrected today: ___________________________________________________
One question I still have: _______________________________________________________