PLT Terms

Question 1

Constructivism

Answer 1

A theory that knowledge is constructed most effectively when it is required by working together and using real-world experiences

Question 2

Metacognition

Answer 2

Thinking about thinking… developed at age 12
(can be used when figuring out the meaning of a new word)

Question 3

Think-Pair-Share

Answer 3

Students are given time to think on their own, pair with a partner to discuss ideas, and then share with the rest of the class.

Question 4

Self-efficacy

Answer 4

One’s belief in their ability to achieve goals

Question 5

Self-Regulation

Answer 5

One’s ability to manage themselves or control their own behavior, attention, emotions, thinking, and feeling (this skill must be developed)

Question 6

Direct Teach

Answer 6

Teacher-centered approach/Lecturing

Question 7

Project-Based Learning

Answer 7

Uses a real-world problem that students need to solve, and in the process, they develop new skills

Question 8

Operant Conditioning (Skinner)

Answer 8

Using reinforcement to refine behaviors (good vs bad)

Question 9

Classical Conditioning (Pavlov)

Answer 9

You teach someone something and they associate it with something (bell ringing in schools)

Question 10

Intrinsic Motivation

Answer 10

Comes from within

Question 11

Extrinsic Motivation

Answer 11

Comes from outside forces