CD: Ch 2-New Directions in Learning

Which of the following in NOT a stage of fastest brain growth after birth?

• 3-10 months
• 2-4 years
• 5-6 years
• 10-14 years

Which part of the neuron receives signals sent by other neurons?

• Dendrites
• Axon
• Cell body
• Neurotransmitters

In the firing process, where are associations combined to give further information?

• Multimodal area
• sense organs
• primary sensory cortex
• sensory association area

___are times when some part of the body is very vulnerable to lack of stimulation or to negative experiences

• Sensitive periods
• Critical periods
• Windows of opportunity
• Periods of delay

Which of the following does NOT affect brain development?

• Sleep
• Physical activity
• Nutrition
• None of the above

Why is lifelong learning important for children?

• The most important skills are learned late in life
• Lifelong learning causes developmental acceleration
• The most important expeience for young children is formal instruction
• Ongoing learning is needed to keep up iwth knowledge that is rapidly changing and expanding

Which type of knowledge is involved learning to ride a bike, swim, or balance blocks?

• Implicit knowledge
• Instinctive knowledge
• Explicit knowledge
• Knowledge about experts

A child's readiness for developmental tasks stems from___

• social pressures
• culture
• age alone
• educational norms

Which type of executive function involves being able to adjust to changing demands?

• Working memories
• Inner pressures
• Cognitive Flexibility
• Inhibition

Which of the following is NOT one of Galinsky's essential life skills?

• self-directed and engaged learning
• physical maturation
• Taking on challenges
• Perspective taking