Positive Engagement - GCSE Psychology Definition

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Positive engagement refers to actively participating in activities and interactions with a positive and enthusiastic attitude. In the context of GCSE Psychology, it means being involved in your learning, paying attention in class, asking questions, and showing interest in the material being taught. Positive engagement helps students understand psychological concepts better and stay motivated. It also includes being open to new experiences and working well with others, which can improve learning outcomes and make studying more enjoyable.

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Lucy has been a part of Save My Exams since 2024 and is responsible for all things Psychology & Social Science in her role as Subject Lead. Prior to this, Lucy taught for 5 years, including Computing (KS3), Geography (KS3 & GCSE) and Psychology A Level as a Subject Lead for 4 years. She loves teaching research methods and psychopathology. Outside of the classroom, she has provided pastoral support for hundreds of boarding students over a four year period as a boarding house tutor.

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