Learning Theories in Education Quiz
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Who first pondered the question 'How does an individual learn something new if the subject itself is new to them'?

  • Plato (correct)
  • Pythagoras
  • Socrates
  • Aristotle

Which are the 3 main schemas of learning theories mentioned in the text?

  • Humanism, Connectionism, Eclecticism
  • Functionalism, Gestaltism, Structuralism
  • Behaviorism, Cognitivism, Constructivism (correct)
  • Empiricism, Rationalism, Pragmatism

Who is known for the theory of 'Hierarchy of Needs'?

  • Piaget
  • Vygotsky
  • Maslow (correct)
  • Bruner

Which theorist is associated with the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)?

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Who is known for the theory of 'Taxonomy of Educational Objectives'?

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What does developmental theory primarily focus on?

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What did psychologists focus on for over 100 years in their research?

<p>Representation and processing of knowledge in human minds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event supported the establishment of psychology as a science during the second half of the 20th century?

<p>Thorndike’s pioneering learning studies in 1898 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did theorists provide an alternative to in the 1950s for cognitive psychology?

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What are the main areas of focus within the field of educational psychology according to the text?

<p>Theory to instruction and factors affecting individual learners and teachers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Behaviorism

A theory that emphasizes the role of environmental stimuli and reinforcement in shaping behavior.

Cognitivism

A theory that examines how individuals process and store information.

Constructivism

A theory that suggests learners actively construct their knowledge through experiences and interactions.

Hierarchy of Needs

A hierarchical model of human needs, where basic needs must be met before higher-level needs can be addressed.

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Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)

The difference between what a learner can do independently and what they can achieve with guidance and assistance.

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Taxonomy of Educational Objectives

A classification system that categorizes educational objectives into different domains.

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Developmental Theory

The study of how individuals develop and change over time, focusing on variations in cognitive processes.

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Cognitive Psychology

The representation and processing of knowledge in the human mind.

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Thorndike's Learning Studies

A milestone that supported the establishment of psychology as a science in the 20th century.

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Rebirth of Cognitive Psychology

A period in the 1950s that led to a renewed focus on cognitive processes.

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Study Notes

Theories of Learning

  • The question "How does an individual learn something new if the subject itself is new to them?" has been pondered by philosophers and scholars for centuries.

Learning Theories

  • There are three main schemas of learning theories: Behavioral, Cognitive, and Constructivist.

Hierarchy of Needs

  • Abraham Maslow is known for the theory of Hierarchy of Needs.

Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)

  • Lev Vygotsky is associated with the theory of Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD).

Taxonomy of Educational Objectives

  • Benjamin Bloom is known for the theory of Taxonomy of Educational Objectives.

Developmental Theory

  • Developmental theory primarily focuses on human development across the lifespan.

Historical Focus of Psychology

  • For over 100 years, psychologists focused on the study of conscious experience.

Establishment of Psychology as a Science

  • The establishment of psychology as a science during the second half of the 20th century was supported by the event of the creation of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).

Alternative to Behaviorism

  • In the 1950s, theorists provided an alternative to Behaviorism for cognitive psychology.

Educational Psychology

  • The main areas of focus within the field of educational psychology are Learning, Instruction, and Assessment.

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Test your knowledge of learning theories in education with this comprehensive quiz. Explore the key concepts of behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism and enhance your understanding of how these theories can be applied in teaching practices.

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