Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Homework 10/5/10

Period 4
Personality Quickwrite
Name 4 characteristics that you have that you consider to be your best qualities. Give an example for each of the qualities and explain why you chose each one as one of your best. Why are these so important and why do you pride yourself in them.
Then, explain if you would hypothetically like to pass these on to your children. Explain why or why not.
Classwork
Speaking and listening Quote (for people that were absent)
"Who speaks, sows; who listens, reaps."

Period 5
Too much of a good thing
After reading the article about too much self-esteem, Where do you think you fit in in terms of how you were praised growing up? Do you think you have high self-esteem because you were told you're awesome by teachers, parents or peers? Or because you do really well in all/most of your endeavors?
Then, discuss the true meaning of self-esteem. According to the article, it "is based on real accomplishments" and is built on 3 main things: self-efficacy, real competencies and skills. The article goes on to say that students, "who have high self-esteem may become rude and uncooperative when they're criticized," but is this really true? Please describe what is the false and true notions about self-esteem.
Lastly, describe what other factors other than self-esteem play a role in being a successful student?

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