Effective Verbal Praise-MCQs
| Strategy | Example | Why it Works |
|---|---|---|
| Specific praise | “I like how you explained each step.” | Shows exactly what behavior is valued |
| Focus on effort/progress | “You tried different strategies to solve it.” | Encourages persistence and growth mindset |
| Sincere and genuine | “I noticed your detailed work on this project.” | Builds trust and motivation |
| Immediate | “Great job helping your friend just now!” | Reinforces behavior effectively |
| Encourage reflection | “What helped you succeed in this task?” | Promotes metacognition |
| Avoid comparisons | “Your reading has improved a lot!” | Focuses on individual growth |
| Vary your praise | Peer acknowledgment, group recognition | Keeps praise meaningful and engaging |
1. Which type of praise is most effective for encouraging learning?
a) General praise like “Good job!”
b) Praise that focuses on specific effort or behavior
c) Comparing a student to others
d) Praising only the final result
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Answer: b) Praise that focuses on specific effort or behavior
2. Why should teachers give praise immediately?
a) To finish the lesson faster
b) To strengthen the connection between the behavior and recognition
c) So other students don’t notice
d) To avoid explaining the behavior
Answer: b) To strengthen the connection between the behavior and recognition
3. Which of the following helps students develop a growth mindset?
a) Praising their effort and strategies
b) Praising only their natural talent
c) Comparing them to classmates
d) Praising unrelated behaviors
Answer: a) Praising their effort and strategies
4. What is an effective way to avoid making praise meaningless?
a) Use it for every single action, even minor ones
b) Focus on individual progress and be sincere
c) Compare students frequently
d) Only praise final outcomes
Answer: b) Focus on individual progress and be sincere
