Educational Theories Flashcard

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Which of the following best describes behaviorism? Learning occurs through connecting new information to prior knowledge, Learning is viewed as a change in observable behavior due to external stimuli, Learning is the process of self-actualization and personal growth, Learning occurs by building networks of knowledge through digital tools

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Learning is viewed as a change in observable behavior due to external stimuli

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Which classroom strategy best reflects behaviorist principles? Options: Allowing students to choose their own project topics, Using rewards and punishments to shape student behavior, Encouraging students to reflect on their thought processes, Having students collaborate to co-construct knowledge

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Using rewards and punishments to shape student behavior

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Cognitivism focuses on which main aspect of learning?

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Internal mental processes like memory, thinking, and problem-solving

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Which learning activity best represents cognitivism? Options: Using flashcards to memorize terms, Receiving rewards for completing assignments, Role-playing real-world scenarios, Creating a concept map with peers

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Using flashcards to memorize terms

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According to constructivism, knowledge is:

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Built by learners through active engagement and experiences

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Which classroom activity best illustrates constructivist principles? Options: Students repeating definitions aloud, Teacher lecturing for the entire class, Students working together to design a solution to a local problem, Students receiving points for correct answers

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Students working together to design a solution to a local problem

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Which principle is central to humanism in education?

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Learning should focus on the whole person and self-actualization

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Which classroom practice best reflects humanism? Options: Providing students with a choice in their learning projects, Relying on repetitive practice drills, Using technology to connect learners to global networks, Asking students to memorize formulas for a test

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Providing students with a choice in their learning projects

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Which of the following best explains connectivism? Learning is shaped by observable behaviors, Learning occurs through personal growth and fulfillment, Learning happens by connecting knowledge across networks, often through digital technology, Learning is best achieved through repetition and memorization

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Learning happens by connecting knowledge across networks, often through digital technology

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Which classroom activity aligns with connectivist learning? Options: Students collaborate on a shared Google Doc to solve a problem, Students receive candy for answering questions correctly, Teacher assigns a solo worksheet to complete at home, Students quietly read from the textbook

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Students collaborate on a shared Google Doc to solve a problem