Attitudes toward Learning
Motivations toward Learning
Experts
100

They want to make good grades specifically for graduate school.

Strategic learner

100

These people are motivated by when the work is easy for them.

Work-avoidance

100

What are some common traits of a routine expert?

1. Doesn't tackle the problem

2. Becomes highly emotional when routine is disturbed

3. Dislikes adjusting

200

These people focus on the short-term recall.

Surface learners

200

These people are motivated when they get a new idea.

Task-Oriented

200
What are some common traits of an adaptive expert?

1. Enjoys figuring out solutions to tasks

2. Will "step up" when issues arise

3. Needs to be inventive

300

Students with this attitude want a more in-depth understanding of what they are learning.

Deep learners

300

These people feel best when their work is praised.

Ego-Oriented

300

Jillian is excited to be asked to join a group of detectives who are trying to solve a tough case. She's been taking notes and coming up with unique ideas as to who may have committed the crime. What type of expert is she?

Adaptive Expert

400

These students will apply skills such as analysis and theorizing.

Deep learners

400

"I scored higher than the other students!"

Ego-oriented

400

In the office, Bob's department is facing a budgeting issue. When told about it, Bob simply continues going through the normal procedures. What type of expert is he?

Routine Expert

500

These learners will try to memorize the text only for the next quiz or test.

Surface learners.
500

"I learned a really interesting idea!"

Task-Oriented

500

A team of scientists are looking into ways to prevent climate change. What expert are they looking for?

Adaptive Expert