Quiz on Reflective Learning and Teaching

According to John Dewey, what is the key to his philosophy?

• Ignoring personal experiences

• Following instructions blindly

• Memorization of facts

• Development of thinking

What is the difference between reflective thinking and routine thinking?

• Reflection is based on tradition, routine thinking is based on rational analysis

• Reflection is impulsive, routine thinking is deliberate

• Reflection is reactive, routine thinking is proactive

• Reflection is deliberate and purposeful, routine thinking is guided by impulse

Who defined reflection in terms of 'reflection-in-action' and 'reflection-on-action'?

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• John Dewey

• Donald Schon

What does 'reflection-in-action' mean?

• Reflecting before you start doing it

• Reflecting without taking any action

• Reflecting after you have done it

• Reflecting while you are doing it

According to National Curriculum Framework for Teacher Education, what should teacher education programmes provide opportunities for?

• Teachers to avoid hands-on experience

• Teachers to follow a strict curriculum

• Teachers to focus only on theoretical knowledge

• Teachers to broaden the curriculum

What is the main focus of reflective teaching?

• Improving professional practice

• Following a set routine

• Ignoring students' needs

• Avoiding any kind of reflection

What is the key moment for learning according to John Dewey?

• When there is no need for reflection

• When there are no challenges

• When everything goes according to plan

• When faced with difficulties and uncertainties

What does reflective thinking involve according to Dewey?

• Avoiding any kind of thinking

• Active, persistent and careful consideration of beliefs

• Impulsive and random thoughts

• Following traditional beliefs blindly

What is the rational view of reflection?

• Thinking about things and making plans to do things differently

• Avoiding any kind of thinking

• Following a set routine without questioning

• Reacting impulsively to situations

What is the process of 'reflection-on-action' according to Donald Schon?

• Reflecting after you have done it

• Reflecting while you are doing it

• Reflecting before you start doing it

• Reflecting without taking any action