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Which theory explains how learners build new knowledge based on previous experiences?

• Behaviorism
• Humanism

✔✔ C. Constructivism

• Classical conditioning

According to Piaget, what stage of cognitive development includes learning through hands-on activities and logical thinking about concrete events?✔✔ A. Concrete operational

• Formal operational
• Sensorimotor
• Preoperational

Which of the following best describes Vygotsky’s Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)?

• The skills a child can do independently 1 / 4

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• Tasks a child will never be able to do

✔✔ C. Tasks a child can do with guidance but not yet alone

• The child’s actual IQ score

According to Erikson’s theory, what is the main challenge for children in elementary school?✔✔ A. Industry vs. Inferiority

• Autonomy vs. Shame
• Identity vs. Role Confusion
• Initiative vs. Guilt

Which strategy best supports students in their ZPD?✔✔ A. Scaffolding by a more knowledgeable peer or adult

• Independent work with no support
• Passive listening to lectures
• Completing worksheets without guidance

Which learning theory emphasizes rewards and punishments to shape behavior?✔✔ A. Behaviorism 2 / 4

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• Constructivism
• Cognitivism
• Humanism

What is an example of intrinsic motivation in students?✔✔ A. Reading a book because they enjoy the story

• Completing an assignment for a prize
• Answering questions for candy
• Participating for extra credit

A student often receives praise for answering correctly. According to operant conditioning, what is the praise considered?

• Punishment

✔✔ B. Positive reinforcement

• Negative reinforcement
• Intrinsic motivation

A child solves a problem by imitating a teacher’s steps. Which type of learning is this? 3 / 4

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✔✔ A. Observational learning

• Trial and error
• Constructive conflict
• Classical conditioning

What is a benefit of using cooperative learning in the classroom?✔✔ A. Students learn from each other through interaction

• It reduces student participation
• It discourages social interaction
• It simplifies grading

Which type of memory involves briefly holding sensory information?✔✔ A. Sensory memory

• Working memory
• Long-term memory
• Procedural memory

What is the term for adjusting instruction based on students’ readiness and abilities?

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