Definitions Quiz

What does the term "Active" mean according to the provided definitions?

• Not involved

• Letting it happen around them

• Without active response

• Involved

What does the term "Passive" imply as per the given definitions?

• Involved

• Letting it happen around them - not involved - without active response

• With active response

• Taking control

According to Piaget, active learners do which of the following?

• Rely on information given to them without questioning.

• Construct a personal base of knowledge through questioning, exploring, debating, comparing, and wondering.

• Focus on memorizing facts rather than understanding concepts.

• Avoid engaging with the learning material actively.

What type of learner is described as having strong intrinsic motivators?

• Active

• Passive

• Both Active and Passive

• Neither Active nor Passive

Which characteristic describes a passive learner's approach to class preparation?

• Comes to class prepared

• Engages their intellect

• Comes to class unprepared

• Open-minded, interested in ideas

How does an active learner typically engage with information?

• Explores, questions, reflects on information

• Avoids responsibility for learning

• Externally motivated

• Hides/denies intellect

What is a characteristic of a passive learner's mindset towards new ideas?

• Open-minded, interested in ideas

• Engages their intellect

• Accepts responsibility for learning

• Close-minded; intolerant of ideas

Which of the following is NOT a trait of an active learner?

• Have intrinsic (internal) motivation

• Prepare for class by bringing materials

• Wait for instructions before doing anything

• Proudly engage in intellectual discussion

What does it mean to take personal responsibility for their learning as an active learner?

• Rely on others to understand the material

• Take notes only when told to do so

• Connect what they learn to the real world

• Set their own learning goals and work towards them

How does an active learner prepare for class?

• By waiting for the teacher to provide all materials

• By bringing materials needed for the class

• By assuming the class will not require any materials

• By borrowing materials from classmates during class