Factors affecting learning (Quiz Only)

During a class discussion, Ella and Alyssa debated about the nature of learning. What does their discussion suggest?

• Learning is a simple process that is easy to define.

• Learning is a complex process that defies easy definition and description.

• Learning is only influenced by external factors.

• Learning is the same for everyone.

Madeline noticed that her ability to recognize different musical notes improved with practice. What is the term for the brain's response to auditory information that changes with experience?

• Implicit learning

• Perceptual learning

• Nonassociative learning

• Classical conditioning

Thomas and Brianna are learning to play a new game. What is implicit learning?

• Learning that occurs without the intention to learn

• Learning through repeated exposure

• Learning through association of stimuli

• Learning through reinforcement

Connor was able to ride a bike after many years without consciously thinking about it. What type of memory is this?

• Memory that is consciously recalled

• Memory that influences behaviour without conscious awareness

• Memory that is formed through repeated exposure

• Memory that is formed through association of stimuli

Kaylee noticed that her dog, Max, started reacting differently after being exposed to the same sound repeatedly. What type of learning is this?

• Learning through the association of two stimuli

• Learning through repeated exposure to a single stimulus

• Learning through reinforcement and punishment

• Learning through observation

When Lia's dog hears the sound of a bell, it starts to salivate because it has learned to associate the bell with being fed. What is this type of learning called?

• Learning through the association of two stimuli

• Learning through repeated exposure to a single stimulus

• Learning through reinforcement and punishment

• Learning through observation

What is operant conditioning?

• Learning through the association of two stimuli

• Learning through repeated exposure to a single stimulus

• Learning through reinforcement and punishment

• Learning through observation

Which of the following is NOT one of the four groups of factors classified by Jenkins (1979) that affect learning and memory?

• Learners

• Encoding activities

• Materials

• Motivation

According to the document, what is one of the well-studied and important variables that affect learning?

• Motivation

• Working memory capacity

• Planning skills

• Anxiety

What is the role of working memory in learning, as described in the document?

• To hold onto information temporarily

• To increase motivation

• To improve planning skills

• To reduce anxiety