Exploring Interaction Types in Learning

Which type of interaction involves asking children questions that do not have a single correct answer, encouraging them to think and express their ideas?

• Modelling

• Open ended questions

• Narrating

• Scaffolding

What is the main purpose of scaffolding in interactions with children?

• To provide direct answers to all questions

• To gradually support and extend a child's learning until they can do it independently

• To play alongside without engaging

• To narrate every action

Which interaction type involves the adult describing their own actions or the child's actions as they occur?

• Narrating

• Prompting

• Encouragement

• Co-play

When an educator demonstrates a behaviour or skill for a child to imitate, this is known as:

• Parallel play

• Modelling

• Prompting

• Scaffolding

Which of the following best describes parallel play?

• An adult and child playing together with the same toys

• Children playing side by side with similar materials but not directly interacting

• An adult giving instructions to a group

• Children taking turns in a game

What is the main goal of encouragement in interactions with children?

• To correct mistakes immediately

• To motivate and support children, building their confidence

• To provide detailed instructions

• To narrate every action

Which interaction involves the adult and child actively engaging in play together, sharing ideas and decisions?

• Co-play

• Parallel play

• Narrating

• Prompting

What is the primary function of prompting in an educational setting?

• To play alongside without interaction

• To give hints or cues to help a child respond or act

• To narrate every action

• To model correct behaviour

Which of the following is an example of scaffolding?

• Giving a child the answer immediately

• Breaking a task into smaller steps and providing support as needed

• Playing without interacting

• Only using open ended questions

If an educator says, “I see you’re building a tall tower. What do you think will happen if you add another block?” this is an example of:

• Modelling

• Open ended question

• Encouragement

• Prompting