Question 1

Of the following choices, which is recommended for the organization of cooperative learning groups?

Accepted Answer

A)  balance the number of boys and girls in each group 
B)  group students of similar backgrounds together 
C)  keep groups together for at least half the year 
D)  make shy or introverted students the group leader 
A)  balance the number of boys and girls in each group 
B)  group students of similar backgrounds together 
C)  keep groups together for at least half the year 
D)  make shy or introverted students the group leader A

Question 2

The basic condition of ________ learning is all students working together toward the achievement of a shared goal or task.

Accepted Answer

cooperative

Question 3

What are some of the disadvantages of group learning and cooperative learning?

Accepted Answer

According to McCaslin and Good, some of the disadvantages of group learning can include:
1. Students may come to value speed over good learning.
2. Students may reinforce each other's misconceptions.
3. Off-task socializing may get in the way of learning.
4. Students may become dependent on one student in the group whom they have determined is the "expert."
5. Group learning may reinforce or increase status differences between students.
In addition, a potential disadvantage of cooperative learning is that is can be time intensive. Compared to a direct instruction approach, cooperative learning can take more time. A final concern is that some parents (and other educators) may view it as simply play time and discredit the value of cooperative learning as a strategy for meeting learning objectives

Question 4

What are some of the challenges and dilemmas related to teaching from a constructivist perspective?

Accepted Answer

Mark Windschitl (2002) identifies four d

Question 5

Vygotsky's approach to learning is an example of what type of constructivism?

Accepted Answer

A)  Both externally and internally directed 
B)  Externally directed 
C)  Internally directed 
D)  Logically directed 
A)  Both externally and internally directed 
B)  Externally directed 
C)  Internally directed 
D)  Logically directed

Question 6

Cooperative learning should be limited to learning situations that involve highly structured tasks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In their writing group, Aron has become the expert on how to write an introductory sentence. When students teach other students about the part in which they have expertise, they are engaged in what type of cooperative learning structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Jigsaw 
B)  Group work 
C)  Reciprocal questioning 
D)  Service learning 
A)  Jigsaw 
B)  Group work 
C)  Reciprocal questioning 
D)  Service learning

Question 8

Which one of the following elements does NOT define a true cooperative learning group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Collaborative skills 
B)  Homogenous grouping 
C)  Individual accountability 
D)  Positive interdependence 
A)  Collaborative skills 
B)  Homogenous grouping 
C)  Individual accountability 
D)  Positive interdependence

Question 9

Constructivists that place great emphasis on the social and cultural sources of knowing are in the group of theorists referred to as ________________.

Accepted Answer

second wav

Question 10

Even though many psychologists and educators use the term constructivism, they often mean very different things. Although there is no single constructivist theory, most constructivist perspectives do agree on two central ideas. First, identify these two central ideas. Then describe at least two practices in traditional classrooms that seem inconsistent with these ideas.

Accepted Answer

The central ideas of constructivism are

Question 11

One of the reasons Mr. Brakefield assigns students to cooperative learning groups is so that he can rotate leadership roles and opportunities amongst his students. Mr. Brakefield's rationale for assigning groups is a valid one.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

One recommendation for encouraging participation in cooperative learning groups is to

Accepted Answer

A)  not assign any roles in advance and let students decide the group structure. 
B)  assign roles only to one or two students. 
C)  use the assignment of roles in advance. 
D)  grade students based on how well they performed their role. 
A)  not assign any roles in advance and let students decide the group structure. 
B)  assign roles only to one or two students. 
C)  use the assignment of roles in advance. 
D)  grade students based on how well they performed their role.

Question 13

Mrs. Wade wants to use the computers in her classroom to help her second-grade students improve their math scores on achievement tests. Based on reviews about technology and learning, which of the following plans is most likely to help Mrs. Wade meet her goal?

Accepted Answer

A)  Animated characters talking about math with sound effects and music 
B)  Simulation of a classroom activity that involves using math in a fun way 
C)  Tutorial requiring active engagement and frequent interaction with feedback 
D)  Examples of story problems read and worked by an expert 
A)  Animated characters talking about math with sound effects and music 
B)  Simulation of a classroom activity that involves using math in a fun way 
C)  Tutorial requiring active engagement and frequent interaction with feedback 
D)  Examples of story problems read and worked by an expert

Question 14

When the teacher provides students with question stems and then asks students to answer the questions in pairs, he/she is involving the students in ________.

Accepted Answer

reciprocal

Question 15

Students in Mr. McKay's class are generating ideas about ways to deal with the problem of limited resources for the homeless high school students in their area. They are consulting a variety of resources and experts to represent multiple perspectives on the topic. They want their conclusions to be plausible and plan to invite the mayor to give feedback about their ideas. What approach is Mr. McKay using in this setting?

Accepted Answer

A)  Scaffolded learning 
B)  Problem-based learning 
C)  Discovery learning 
D)  Inquiry learning 
A)  Scaffolded learning 
B)  Problem-based learning 
C)  Discovery learning 
D)  Inquiry learning

Question 16

Vygotsky's notion that learning is inherently social and embedded within a particular cultural setting is consistent with ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Vygotsky's notion that learning is inherently social...

Question 17

The students in Ms. Lemley's class are working on a project in which their collaborative groups take different positions on an issue related to the world economy. They conduct research and discuss ideas that support their positions. After each group presents its position and defense, the entire class discusses pros and cons of proposed positions. Students learn to respect different perspectives. These students are involved in

Accepted Answer

A)  scaffolding. 
B)  social negotiation. 
C)  a community of practice. 
D)  Piaget's idea of assimilation. 
A)  scaffolding. 
B)  social negotiation. 
C)  a community of practice. 
D)  Piaget's idea of assimilation.

Question 18

The externally-directed constructivist view emphasizes that learners construct their own knowledge by means of transforming and reorganizing their existing cognitive structures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Social constructionists are concerned primarily with how

Accepted Answer

A)  cognition creates culture. 
B)  cultural context explains learning. 
C)  individuals create knowledge. 
D)  public knowledge is created. 
A)  cognition creates culture. 
B)  cultural context explains learning. 
C)  individuals create knowledge. 
D)  public knowledge is created.

Question 20

A social situation or context in which ideas are judged useful or true is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  accommodation. 
B)  organization. 
C)  appropriation. 
D)  community of practice. 
A)  accommodation. 
B)  organization. 
C)  appropriation. 
D)  community of practice.

Of the following choices, which is recommended for the organization of cooperative learning groups?

The basic condition of ________ learning is all students working together toward the achievement of a shared goal or task.

What are some of the disadvantages of group learning and cooperative learning?

What are some of the challenges and dilemmas related to teaching from a constructivist perspective?

Vygotsky's approach to learning is an example of what type of constructivism?

Cooperative learning should be limited to learning situations that involve highly structured tasks.

In their writing group, Aron has become the expert on how to write an introductory sentence. When students teach other students about the part in which they have expertise, they are engaged in what type of cooperative learning structure?

Which one of the following elements does NOT define a true cooperative learning group?

Constructivists that place great emphasis on the social and cultural sources of knowing are in the group of theorists referred to as ________________.

One of the reasons Mr. Brakefield assigns students to cooperative learning groups is so that he can rotate leadership roles and opportunities amongst his students. Mr. Brakefield's rationale for assigning groups is a valid one.

One recommendation for encouraging participation in cooperative learning groups is to

Mrs. Wade wants to use the computers in her classroom to help her second-grade students improve their math scores on achievement tests. Based on reviews about technology and learning, which of the following plans is most likely to help Mrs. Wade meet her goal?

When the teacher provides students with question stems and then asks students to answer the questions in pairs, he/she is involving the students in ________.

Vygotsky's notion that learning is inherently social and embedded within a particular cultural setting is consistent with ________.

The externally-directed constructivist view emphasizes that learners construct their own knowledge by means of transforming and reorganizing their existing cognitive structures.

Social constructionists are concerned primarily with how

A social situation or context in which ideas are judged useful or true is referred to as

Learning, Teaching, and Educational Psychology

Cognitive Development

Self and Social and Moral Development

Learner Differences and Learning Needs

Language Development, Language Diversity, and Immigrant Education

Culture and Diversity

Behavioural Views of Learning

Cognitive Views of Learning

Complex Cognitive Processes

Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation

Motivation in Learning and Teaching

Creating Learning Environments

Teaching Every Student

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Exam 10: The Learning Sciences and Constructivism

Of the following choices, which is recommended for the organization of cooperative learning groups?

The basic condition of ________ learning is all students working together toward the achievement of a shared goal or task.

What are some of the disadvantages of group learning and cooperative learning?

What are some of the challenges and dilemmas related to teaching from a constructivist perspective?

Vygotsky's approach to learning is an example of what type of constructivism?

Cooperative learning should be limited to learning situations that involve highly structured tasks.

In their writing group, Aron has become the expert on how to write an introductory sentence. When students teach other students about the part in which they have expertise, they are engaged in what type of cooperative learning structure?

Which one of the following elements does NOT define a true cooperative learning group?

Constructivists that place great emphasis on the social and cultural sources of knowing are in the group of theorists referred to as ________________.

One of the reasons Mr. Brakefield assigns students to cooperative learning groups is so that he can rotate leadership roles and opportunities amongst his students. Mr. Brakefield's rationale for assigning groups is a valid one.

One recommendation for encouraging participation in cooperative learning groups is to

Mrs. Wade wants to use the computers in her classroom to help her second-grade students improve their math scores on achievement tests. Based on reviews about technology and learning, which of the following plans is most likely to help Mrs. Wade meet her goal?

When the teacher provides students with question stems and then asks students to answer the questions in pairs, he/she is involving the students in ________.

Vygotsky's notion that learning is inherently social and embedded within a particular cultural setting is consistent with ________.

The externally-directed constructivist view emphasizes that learners construct their own knowledge by means of transforming and reorganizing their existing cognitive structures.

Social constructionists are concerned primarily with how

A social situation or context in which ideas are judged useful or true is referred to as

Learning, Teaching, and Educational Psychology

Cognitive Development

Self and Social and Moral Development

Learner Differences and Learning Needs

Language Development, Language Diversity, and Immigrant Education

Culture and Diversity

Behavioural Views of Learning

Cognitive Views of Learning

Complex Cognitive Processes

Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation

Motivation in Learning and Teaching

Creating Learning Environments

Teaching Every Student

Classroom Assessment, Grading, and Standardized Testing

Filters