Mathematics Learning Theories

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Which learning theory emphasizes the importance of active participation and construction of knowledge by learners?

  1. Behaviorism

  2. Cognitivism

  3. Constructivism

  4. Social Constructivism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Constructivism is a learning theory that emphasizes the importance of active participation and construction of knowledge by learners. It suggests that learners construct their own understanding of the world through their experiences and interactions with others.

According to behaviorism, learning occurs through:

  1. Operant conditioning

  2. Classical conditioning

  3. Reinforcement

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Behaviorism is a learning theory that emphasizes the role of observable behaviors and their consequences in shaping learning. It suggests that learning occurs through operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and reinforcement.

In cognitivism, learning is viewed as a process of:

  1. Information processing

  2. Mental representation

  3. Problem solving

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cognitivism is a learning theory that emphasizes the role of mental processes in learning. It suggests that learning involves information processing, mental representation, and problem solving.

Social constructivism emphasizes the importance of:

  1. Social interaction

  2. Collaboration

  3. Shared knowledge construction

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social constructivism is a learning theory that emphasizes the importance of social interaction, collaboration, and shared knowledge construction in learning. It suggests that learners construct their understanding of the world through their interactions with others.

Which learning theory suggests that learning is a gradual process of approximation towards a desired behavior?

  1. Behaviorism

  2. Cognitivism

  3. Constructivism

  4. Social Constructivism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Behaviorism suggests that learning is a gradual process of approximation towards a desired behavior through reinforcement and punishment.

In cognitivism, the process of organizing and interpreting information is known as:

  1. Schema

  2. Assimilation

  3. Accommodation

  4. Equilibration


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In cognitivism, schema refers to the mental structures that organize and interpret information.

Which learning theory emphasizes the importance of scaffolding and fading of support in learning?

  1. Behaviorism

  2. Cognitivism

  3. Constructivism

  4. Social Constructivism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social constructivism emphasizes the importance of scaffolding and fading of support in learning, where learners are provided with temporary assistance and guidance that is gradually reduced as they become more competent.

According to behaviorism, the process of strengthening a desired behavior through positive consequences is known as:

  1. Positive reinforcement

  2. Negative reinforcement

  3. Punishment

  4. Extinction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In behaviorism, positive reinforcement refers to the process of strengthening a desired behavior by providing positive consequences.

In cognitivism, the process of adapting existing schemas to accommodate new information is known as:

  1. Schema

  2. Assimilation

  3. Accommodation

  4. Equilibration


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In cognitivism, accommodation refers to the process of adapting existing schemas to accommodate new information.

Which learning theory suggests that learning is a process of equilibration between assimilation and accommodation?

  1. Behaviorism

  2. Cognitivism

  3. Constructivism

  4. Social Constructivism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cognitivism suggests that learning is a process of equilibration between assimilation and accommodation, where new information is either incorporated into existing schemas or new schemas are created.

In social constructivism, the process of negotiating meaning and understanding through social interaction is known as:

  1. Scaffolding

  2. Fading

  3. Discourse

  4. Zone of proximal development


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In social constructivism, discourse refers to the process of negotiating meaning and understanding through social interaction.

Which learning theory emphasizes the importance of the zone of proximal development in learning?

  1. Behaviorism

  2. Cognitivism

  3. Constructivism

  4. Social Constructivism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social constructivism emphasizes the importance of the zone of proximal development in learning, where learners are provided with support and guidance to achieve tasks that are slightly beyond their current level of competence.

According to behaviorism, the process of weakening or eliminating an undesirable behavior through negative consequences is known as:

  1. Positive reinforcement

  2. Negative reinforcement

  3. Punishment

  4. Extinction


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In behaviorism, punishment refers to the process of weakening or eliminating an undesirable behavior through negative consequences.

In cognitivism, the process of creating new schemas or modifying existing ones to accommodate new information is known as:

  1. Schema

  2. Assimilation

  3. Accommodation

  4. Equilibration


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In cognitivism, accommodation refers to the process of creating new schemas or modifying existing ones to accommodate new information.

Which learning theory suggests that learning is a social process that occurs through collaboration and interaction with others?

  1. Behaviorism

  2. Cognitivism

  3. Constructivism

  4. Social Constructivism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social constructivism suggests that learning is a social process that occurs through collaboration and interaction with others.

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