Author Question: What is self-concept? (1 point) How does it differ from self-esteem? (1 point) Give an example of ... (Read 114 times)

jrubin · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

What is self-concept? (1 point) How does it differ from self-esteem? (1 point) Give an example of each that is not in the book. (2 points)

What will be an ideal response

Question 2

What does it mean to think critically?

a. Be critical of any idea with which you don't agree; be true to yourself.
b. Look for the 10 of an idea that won't work for you rather than the 90 that will.
c. Don't take things at face value; seek evidence.
d. Criticize people with whom you don't agree; be assertive.

nmyers · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1 point for the definition of self-concept. Any of the following, or something similar:
- The set of perceptions you have about yourself and your abilities
- Your internal mental image of yourself
- Your beliefs about what kind of person you are
- How you would label your social, emotional, mental, physical, and/or spiritual self
1 point for how self-concept differs from self-esteem. Any of the following, or something similar:
- How you feel about yourself based on your self-concept
- The evaluative and emotional component of self-concept
- The degree to which we see our characteristics as being worthwhile or up to the challenges of life
1 point for a correct example of self-concept. Anything that is merely a statement about his or her characteristics: intelligence, ability to reason, athleticism, outgoing or shy, thoughtful, etc.
1 point for a correct example of self-esteem. Anything that is a value judgment about personal characteristics: good or bad, worthwhile or not worthwhile.

Answer to Question 2

C