Question

1. the most useful way for a student to use results about learning styles and personality types is to

a. consider them descriptors of ones preferences in different situations.

b. consider them definite limitations so as to not waste time trying other things that might not work well or fit ones style or type.

c. let them serve as a better way to think about learning and for making decisions about your own best way to learn.

d. all of the above.

e. none of the above.

question 19

1. all of the following are ways to overcome negative bias except for

a. becoming aware of when you start having negative thoughts.

b. asking a classmate or teacher to look over your work and give you some feedback.

c. intentionally looking for the positive aspects of assignment before you start it.

d. making a list of all the things that went wrong the last time you tried a similar assignment.

e. keeping a journal where you record all the things youve learned and all the things you can do now that once seemed too hard.

Explanation:

For question 18, learning - style and personality - type results are tools for self - awareness and decision - making about learning, not strict limitations. Option a helps in understanding preferences, option c aids in optimizing learning. Option b is incorrect as they aren't definite limitations.
For question 19, negative bias involves focusing on the negative. Option d, making a list of what went wrong last time, can reinforce negative thinking rather than overcome it. Options a, b, c, and e are positive steps to counter negative bias.

Answer:

1. C. let them serve as a better way to think about learning and for making decisions about your own best way to learn.
2. D. making a list of all the things that went wrong the last time you tried a similar assignment.