Memory Concepts Quiz

What is "forgetting"?

• The process of losing information over time

• A method of memorizing information

• An advanced learning technique

• A way to enhance memory retention

You can't find your car in a parking lot until you see something you noticed when you parked, this is a Retrieval cue.

• True

• False

Cognitive biases are examples of rational decision making.

• True

• False

All of these are examples of ways to improve your memory except?

• Short intense practice

• Mnemonics

• Chunking

• Building Cues

Analytical Problem solving is a fast solution to a problem based on previous knowledge?

• True

• False

What is cognitive development?

• The process of acquiring language skills

• The development of thinking and understanding

• The growth of physical abilities

• The enhancement of emotional intelligence

Piaget's Stages of Cognitive development were? (Select all that apply)

• Discontinuity based

• Continuity Based

• Involved individual exploration and interaction

• Involved mentor led social and cultural learning

Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory was? (Select all that apply)

• Discontinuity based

• Continuity Based

• Involved individual exploration and interaction

• Involved mentor led social and cultural learning

The Zone of Proximal Development involves tasks that ...

• can be accomplished with the guidance or help of a mentor.

• can be accomplished all on their own, no help.

• can not be accomplished even if helped or guided by a mentor.

What is scaffolding in Vygotsky's theory?

• A method of teaching that involves providing support to students

• A type of construction work

• A psychological disorder

• A form of physical exercise