Glossary behaviorism and constructivism

Which learning theory emphasizes that students construct their own knowledge through experiences?

• Behaviorism

• Classical conditioning

• Constructivism

• Operant conditioning

What does Intrinsic motivation refer to in learning?

• Engaging in activities for external rewards

• Pursuing goals for personal satisfaction

• Avoiding tasks for consequences

• Seeking external validation

Who developed the theory of Operant conditioning?

• Lev Vygotsky

• Ivan Pavlov

• B. F. Skinner

• Jean Piaget

What is the process of revising pre-existing concepts in terms of new information or experience called?

• Assimilation

• Accommodation

• Generalization

• Equilibrium Schema

Which psychologist is known as one of the first theorists in Constructivism?

• John Dewey

• Jean Piaget

• Jerome Bruner

• Lev Vygotsky

What does Operant conditioning focus on in the learning process?

• Stimulus and response

• Active participation in experiences

• Reinforcement in shaping behavior

• Building knowledge independently

What does Bloom's Taxonomy provide educators with in education?

• A process of actively constructing meaning

• A theory of reinforcement

• A guide for curriculum development

• A framework for designing learning experiences

Which learning theory states that the learning process depends solely on the student?

• Operant conditioning

• Behaviorism

• Constructivism

• Social constructivism

What is the cognitive process that manages how new information is incorporated into existing knowledge?

• Metacognition

• Equilibrium Schema

• Generalization

• Assimilation

Which of the following best describes the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) according to Vygotsky's theory of learning?

• A) The range of tasks that a learner can perform independently without assistance.

• B) The difference between what a learner can do independently and what they can achieve with guidance and support. .

• C) The level of difficulty of tasks that are beyond a learner's current capabilities

• D) The stage of development where learners acquire new skills through observation and imitation.