Quiz on Psychological Foundations of Curriculum

What are the three different types of theories under psychological foundations according to Ornstein & Hunkins?

• Behaviorist, Humanistic, Constructivist

• Cognitive, Humanistic, Constructivist

• Behaviorist, Cognitive information-processing, Phenomenological

• Behaviorist, Cognitive, Humanistic

Who developed the theory of learning known as connectionism?

• Ivan Pavlov

• B.F. Skinner

• Edward Thorndike

• Jean Piaget

What is the Law of Readiness in Thorndike's theories?

• A conduction unit must be ready to conduct

• Connections are strengthened by frequency

• Learning is defined as habit formation

• Responses accompanied by satisfaction strengthen connections

In classical conditioning, what is an unconditioned stimulus?

• A stimulus that produces a response without prior training

• A response that occurs automatically

• A stimulus that requires training to produce a response

• A neutral stimulus that gains power through association

What is the main focus of operant conditioning according to Skinner?

• The development of cognitive skills

• The pairing of neutral and unconditioned stimuli

• The formation of habits through repetition

• The relationship between behavior and its consequences

What is positive reinforcement?

• Removing an aversive stimulus

• Adding a desirable stimulus

• Adding an unpleasant stimulus

• Removing a pleasant stimulus

What is a Skinner box used for?

• Studying cognitive processes

• Studying classical conditioning

• Studying behavior in a controlled environment

• Studying emotional responses

What is the primary educational implication of classical conditioning?

• Linking learning with positive emotions

• Focusing solely on individual competition

• Encouraging negative emotions in learning

• Avoiding any form of assessment

What type of curriculum is based on behaviorism?

• Based on collaborative learning

• Focused on emotional development

• Highly structured with clear objectives

• Flexible and student-centered

What is the purpose of frequent assessments in a behaviorist curriculum?

• To promote independent learning

• To encourage group work

• To measure student progress and understanding

• To measure student creativity