Prueba Unica Nacional (Peru Teacher Appointment Test) · Teaching and Curriculum Knowledge
Learning theories and pedagogy
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- According to Vygotsky, what is the zone of proximal development?
- Which theorist described the stages of sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational and formal operational thought?
- A 9-year-old can classify objects and understands conservation but struggles with abstract hypotheses. Which Piagetian stage is this?
- Which theorist is best known for operant conditioning and reinforcement?
- Which learning theory emphasises learning by observing and imitating models?
- Which educator proposed the theory of multiple intelligences?
- Which of the following is a lower-order skill in Bloom's original taxonomy?
- A teacher asks students to design an experiment to test a hypothesis. Which level of Bloom's revised taxonomy is mainly used?
- What does meaningful learning (Ausubel) require?
- Which of the following is an example of intrinsic motivation?
- According to Maslow, which need should be met first for effective learning?
- Which of the following best describes constructivism?
- What is formative assessment?
- What is summative assessment?
- A teacher tests prior knowledge before starting a unit. What kind of assessment is this?
- Which of the following is a good learning objective?
- Which of the following supports an inclusive classroom?
- What is scaffolding in teaching?
- Which method involves students working in small groups to reach a shared goal?
- Which of the following is the best response to a student who frequently disrupts the class?
- What is the purpose of feedback in learning?
- Which of the following is an example of differentiated instruction?
- According to Kohlberg, a child who obeys rules to avoid punishment is at which level of moral development?
- Which of the following is a characteristic of project-based learning?
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