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Quick questions on Dweck's mindset and Willingham's learning theory - Edexcel GCSE Psychology

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What is self-regulation?
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Pupils learn better when they develop self-regulation, the ability to plan, monitor and control their own learning, manage attention and persist, rather than relying only on the teacher.
What is q1?
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According to Dweck, what does a person with a fixed mindset believe about ability? [1 mark]
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What did Willingham mean by saying memory is the residue of thought? [2 marks]
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Explain one piece of advice Dweck's theory gives to parents about praise. [2 marks]

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