Overconfidence Among Teenage Students Can Stunt Crucial Reading Skills
Wednesday, July 29, 2009 - 16:35
in Psychology & Sociology
(PhysOrg.com) -- Too much confidence among teenage students can be harmful. In a study that reinforces the danger of indiscriminately bolstering a child's self esteem -- whether the child earns that distinction or not -- the results show a clear connection between overconfident students and low reading comprehension, and suggest recommendations for parents and teachers.