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P68T · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

Explain why challenge is such an important climate variable. What theory of motivation best explains the motivational effects of challenge?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Asking students to demonstrate skills similar to those required in real-world settings best describes:

a. norm-referenced assessments.
b. performance assessments.
c. formal assessments.
d. informal assessments.

trog · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Meeting challenges contributes to learners' perceptions of their own competence. The need for competence is best explained by self-determination theory, which suggests that competence is a basic need for all people.

Answer to Question 2

b