Educational Psychology / Unit 7 EDP 0625 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Self-Efficacy
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The idea
Self-efficacy is a person's belief that they can carry out a specific task; it differs from self-concept and self-esteem, which are broader, and from actual ability.
In practice
A student may have low self-esteem overall yet feel confident about solving equations.
Where people slip
Self-efficacy works best at or slightly above a student's true capacity.
Your place on the trail
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