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WorksheetsEducational Psychology
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is educational psychology?
Educational psychology is
the study of mental illness
Educational psychology is
the study of learners, learning, and teaching.
Educational psychology is
the study of intelligence tests
Educational psychology is
the study of cognitive processes
The link between what the teacher wants students to learn and students' actual learning is called
Instruction
Analysis
Cognition
Comprehension
One attribute seems to be characteristic of outstanding teachers: intentionality. What do intentional teachers do?
They have a vast knowledge of the subject.
They are creative.
Intentional teachers are those who are constantly thinking about the outcomes they want for their students and about how each decision they make moves children toward those outcomes.
They are dedicated.
Benjamin Bloom developed which of the following?
An approach to teaching
based on operant conditioning
A problem-solving
algorithm for teacher training
A quantitative measure of
fluid intelligence
A taxonomy of cognitive
skills based on a hierarchy of objectives
What is the zone of proximal development (ZPD)?
The difference between what a child can do on their own, and what they can do with the help of a more knowledgeable other
An area of research that is dedicated to developing consistent and useful learning and teaching materials
The difference between what a child can currently do compared to their long-term potential
The importance of continuity in behavioural methods
A teacher confronted with frequent emotional outbursts on the part of pupil should
Consider the suitability of demands made upon them.
Allow them to release tensions in this way.
Let them express this outside the class.
None of these.
The primary aim of educational psychology is
To contribute to an understanding of sound educational practices.
To provide the teacher with a greater appreciation of his role in the education of the child.
To provide the academic background essential for effective teaching.
To provide a theoretical framework for educational research.
Educational psychology should provide prospective teachers with
Insight into the various aspects of modern education.
Principles, insights and attitudes as points of departure for effective teaching.
Research procedures by means of which to evaluate correct teaching procedures.
Validate procedures to use in their teachings.
The primary task of the teacher is
To teach the prescribed curriculum.
To stimulate and guide student learning.
To promote habits of conformity to adults demands and expectations.
To provide diagnostic and remedial aid wherever indicated.
The teacher’s major contribution towards the maximum self realization of the child is best effected through
Constant fulfillment of the child’s needs.
Strict control of class-room activities.
Sensitivity to pupil needs, goals and purposes.
Strict reinforcement of academic standards.
