KERALA TEACHER ELIGIBILITY TEST (K-TET) Flashcards
Theories of Learning-D
Who is known for the “Law of Effect” in learning theory?
A. Pavlov
B. Skinner
C. Thorndike
D. Piaget
Thorndike
Classical conditioning was developed by which psychologist?
A. Skinner
B. Pavlov
C. Bruner
D. Vygotsky
Pavlov
Operant conditioning involves:
A. Involuntary responses to stimuli
B. Reinforcement and punishment
C. Cognitive restructuring
D. Social interaction
Reinforcement and punishment
Which psychologist is associated with the concept of “Zone of Proximal Development”?
A. Piaget
B. Bruner
C. Vygotsky
D. Ausubel
Vygotsky
“Discovery Learning” is a concept introduced by:
A. Bruner
B. Skinner
C. Pavlov
D. Gagne
Bruner
Which theory emphasizes the role of reinforcement in learning?
A. Classical conditioning
B. Operant conditioning
C. Constructivist theory
D. Gestalt psychology
Operant conditioning
The principle that behavior followed by satisfying consequences is likely to be repeated is known as:
A. Law of Exercise
B. Law of Readiness
C. Law of Effect
D. Law of Disuse
Law of Effect
Piaget’s theory of cognitive development includes which stages?
A. Preoperational, Concrete Operational, Formal Operational
B. Sensorimotor, Preoperational, Concrete Operational, Formal Operational
C. Preconventional, Conventional, Postconventional
D. Attachment, Exploration, Identity, Integrity
Sensorimotor, Preoperational, Concrete Operational, Formal Operational
Who proposed the Hierarchy of Learning?
A. Thorndike
B. Gagne
C. Skinner
D. Lewin
Gagne
“Constructivist Approach” in learning is most closely associated with:
A. Skinner
B. Pavlov
C. Vygotsky
D. Thorndike
Vygotsky
Gestalt psychology focuses on:
A. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts
B. Behavior modification through reinforcement
C. Classical conditioning
D. Cognitive development stages
The whole is greater than the sum of its parts
Which psychologist is known for their work on insight learning with chimpanzees?
A. Skinner
B. Kohler
C. Pavlov
D. Bruner
Kohler
Jerome Bruner emphasized the importance of:
A. Reinforcement and punishment
B. Stages of moral development
C. Discovery learning
D. Observational learning
Discovery learning
According to Vygotsky, learning occurs most effectively in the:
A. Zone of Proximal Development
B. Formal Operational Stage
C. Law of Effect
D. Gestalt Context
Zone of Proximal Development
Which theory posits that learners construct their own understanding and knowledge of the world?
A. Behaviorism
B. Constructivism
C. Gestalt psychology
D. Classical conditioning
Constructivism
Which psychologist developed the concept of “schemas”?
A. Thorndike
B. Piaget
C. Skinner
D. Lewin
Piaget
David Ausubel is best known for his work on:
A. Operant conditioning
B. Discovery learning
C. Meaningful learning
D. Classical conditioning
Meaningful learning
Scaffolding” in educational context is associated with:
A. Skinner
B. Piaget
C. Bruner
D. Pavlov
Bruner
Behaviorism primarily focuses on:
A. Internal thought processes
B. Observable behaviors
C. Stages of moral development
D. Social interaction
. Observable behaviors
Which theory is based on the idea that learning is a process of connecting stimuli and responses?
A. Constructivist theory
B. Gestalt theory
C. Classical conditioning
D. Cognitive development theory
Classical conditioning
Which principle is associated with Skinner’s operant conditioning?
A. Stimulus generalization
B. Positive reinforcement
C. Object permanence
D. Social learning
Positive reinforcement
Jean Piaget is known for his work in:
A. Classical conditioning
B. Cognitive development
C. Operant conditioning
D. Social learning theory
Cognitive development
“Constructivist approach” in learning emphasizes:
A. Memorization of facts
B. Active engagement in problem-solving
C. Reinforcement and punishment
D. Passive absorption of information
Active engagement in problem-solving
Who introduced the concept of “readiness” in learning?
A. Vygotsky
B. Bruner
C. Thorndike
D. Piaget
Thorndike
According to Gestalt psychology, perception involves:
A. Simple associations
B. Insight and understanding of whole patterns
C. Reinforcement contingencies
D. Developmental stages
Insight and understanding of whole patterns
Which psychologist emphasized the role of social interaction in cognitive development?
A. Skinner
B. Pavlov
C. Vygotsky
D. Thorndike
Vygotsky
Which learning theory involves understanding the underlying structure of problems?
A. Classical conditioning
B. Operant conditioning
C. Gestalt psychology
D. Cognitive development theory
Gestalt psychology
Constructivist approach” in learning is often applied in:
A. Lecture-based teaching
B. Standardized testing
C. Hands-on, experiential learning
D. Rote memorization
Hands-on, experiential learning
According to Piaget, cognitive development is:
A. A continuous process
B. Stage-based
C. Unrelated to age
D. Predetermined by genetics
Stage-based
Bruner’s “spiral curriculum” is designed to:
A. Reinforce repetitive learning
B. Introduce complex concepts in a simplified manner
C. Avoid revisiting topics
D. Focus solely on rote learning
Introduce complex concepts in a simplified manner
The “Zone of Proximal Development” is a key concept in:
A. Piaget’s theory
B. Vygotsky’s theory
C. Skinner’s theory
D. Thorndike’s theory
Vygotsky’s theory
Gestalt psychologists believe learning involves:
A. Memorization of individual parts
B. Understanding the whole concept
C. Positive reinforcement
D. Classical conditioning
Understanding the whole concep
Which of the following is a principle of Gestalt psychology?
A. Law of Effect
B. Law of Proximity
C. Law of Reinforcement
D. Law of Conditioning
Law of Proximity
Who introduced the concept of “scaffolding” in education?
A. Skinner
B. Bruner
C. Pavlov
D. Thorndike
Bruner
Kurt Lewin is known for his work on:
A. Field theory and group dynamics
B. Classical conditioning
C. Operant conditioning
D. Cognitive development stages
Field theory and group dynamics
Gagne’s Hierarchy of Learning includes:
A. Seven levels of learning processes
B. Stages of moral development
C. Four stages of cognitive development
D. Laws of effect and exercise
Seven levels of learning processes
Which psychologist proposed the “discovery learning” approach?
A. Skinner
B. Pavlov
C. Bruner
D. Gagne
Bruner
Which of the following is a key aspect of constructivist learning theory?
A. Reinforcement and punishment
B. Active construction of knowledge
C. Fixed stages of development
D. Classical conditioning
Active construction of knowledge
Piaget’s theory of cognitive development is based on:
A. Stages and schemas
B. Reinforcement schedules
C. Conditioning and stimuli
D. Group dynamics
Stages and schemas
Which psychologist emphasized the importance of “schemas” in learning?
A. Pavlov
B. Skinner
C. Piaget
D. Bruner
Piaget
Ausubel’s theory of meaningful learning focuses on:
A. Rote memorization
B. Connecting new information with existing knowledge
C. Behavioral reinforcement
D. Unconscious processes
Connecting new information with existing knowledge
Who introduced the concept of “insight learning” through experiments with chimpanzees?
A. Pavlov
B. Skinner
C. Kohler
D. Thorndike
Answer: C
Kohler
The principle of “operant conditioning” was developed by:
A. Pavlov
B. Skinner
C. Thorndike
D. Lewin
Skinner
Which theory emphasizes the social context of learning?
A. Piaget’s theory
B. Vygotsky’s theory
C. Skinner’s theory
D. Thorndike’s theory
Vygotsky’s theory
The idea that learning is a process of discovery and that students construct their own understanding is central to:
A. Behaviorism
B. Constructivism
C. Classical conditioning
D. Operant conditioning
Constructivism
Which psychologist is associated with the “Law of Readiness”?
A. Skinner
B. Thorndike
C. Pavlov
D. Lewin
Thorndike
Vygotsky’s theory is often contrasted with which other cognitive development theory?
A. Skinner’s behaviorism
B. Pavlov’s classical conditioning
C. Piaget’s stages of development
D. Thorndike’s connectionism
Piaget’s stages of development
Which learning theory focuses on the transformation of information in the learner’s mind?
A. Constructivist theory
B. Classical conditioning
C. Operant conditioning
D. Field theory
Constructivist theory
he concept of “readiness” in learning is primarily associated with:
A. Vygotsky
B. Skinner
C. Thorndike
D. Bruner
Thorndike
Which psychologist emphasized the importance of prior knowledge in learning new information?
A. Skinner
B. Ausubel
C. Pavlov
D. Lewin
Ausubel
