Adult Learning

Question 1

Theory that emphasizes that positive reinforcement strengthens behavior or increases the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated.

Answer 1

Behavioral Learning Theory

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Question 2

What are the two names associated with the Behavioral Theory?

Answer 2

Ivan Pavlov and B.F. Skinner

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Question 3

The most commonly favoured theory of learning is _______________

a. Behavioral
b. Cognitive
c. Humanistic/Motivational
d. Social Learning

Answer 3

B. Cognitive Learning Theory

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Question 4

Learning is based on essential characteristics of the human being is which theory?

Answer 4

Humanistic/Motivational Learning Theory

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Question 5

Kolb acknowledged that multiple instructional strategies should be used to enhance learning is which theory.

a. Social
b. Experiential
c. Humanistic
d. Cognitive

Answer 5

b. Experiential

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