Regarding learning (since you've probably seen this behavior before), how do you/KA combat indecisiveness/"second guessing" in students' answer choices?
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Sorry, I don't think I understand the question! Can you be more specific?
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Ah, as in, if a student knows a fact and uses it to answer a question correctly, but "second-guesses" themselves and chooses an answer that may not be factually backed up because they lack confidence in their knowledge of the fact. It's an awfully specific scenario, sorry!
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Hm, interesting. We don't do anything to specifically support the student in that situation, but I think instant feedback does help: we quickly close the loop and help them understand that their instincts actually were apt.
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Interesting, do you have any insight as to how "correct" the student's instincts can be/how often it's wrong? I ask because I'm realizing when I don't do well on exams, it's because of this scenario and I figure any insight helps!