A teacher should encourage students to set _______________ rather than ______________.
A.learning goals; performance goals✓ Correct
B.performance goals; learning goals
C.failure avoiding goals; marks seeking goals
D.marks seeking goals; failure avoiding goals
Explanation
Learning goals (mastery goals) focus on understanding and skill development, which leads to deeper learning and intrinsic motivation. Performance goals focus on demonstrating ability and getting good grades, often leading to surface learning and anxiety. Research consistently shows learning goals are more beneficial for long-term academic success and motivation.
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