Friday, 19 July 2013

Level 4 LP Example of Shorter Sept. Exam question (2011)

1.    Matching Columns                                                                                                      

In the table below MATCH the names of the theorists in Column B to the correct words or phrases in Column A.  
Only write the correct letter next to the correct number on your answer page.


COLUMN A

COLUMN B
1.1
Classical Conditioning

A
David Ausubel
1.2
Information processing

B
Arnold Gesell
1.3
Socio-cultural theory

C
Jerome Bruner
1.4
Social learning

D
BF Skinner
1.5
Ecological systems theory
E
Ivan Pavlov
1.6
Little Albert
F
Lev Vygotsky
1.7
Multiple intelligences
G
Jean Piaget
1.8
Operant conditioning
H
John B Watson
1.9
Maturation
I
Albert Bandura
1.10
Cognitivism
J
Robert M Gagné


K
Urie  Bronfenbrenner


L
Howard Gardner




















MULTIPLE CHOICE
Writen the right word next to the number given (2.1-2.10). Write only one word.
2.1.        The term “Classical conditioning” can be defined as…
A.    A response that happens naturally over which you have no control.
B.    A learning process where a response that happens naturally to a specific stimulus is caused by a different stimulus
C.   A stimulus that is not yet associated with a specific response.
D.   A response to a stimulus that used to be neutral.                                                      

2.2.        One of the characteristics of “Operant conditioning” is…
A.    Memorising facts.
B.    A particular behavior is reinforced so that it will be repeated.
C.   Paying attention to a behavior and then copying it.
D.   Applying information from the classroom outside.                                                    
2.3.        Cognitive learning theory explains that…
A.    We construct our own environments.
B.    Our environments determine our rate of development.
C.   Our minds develop in particular stages, irrespective of our environments.
D.   Our culture determines our development.                                                                                                                                                                                                     
2.4.        In Piaget’s cognitive development theory the “sensorimotor stage” is characterised by…
A.    A developing awareness of the rules of the classroom.
B.    The development of object permanence and imitation.
C.   Abstract reasoning.
D.   Language and vocabulary improvement                                                                  

2.5.        According to Skinner “negative reinforcement” involves the following…
A.    A desired behavior is followed by a favourable stimulus.
B.    When a desired behavior is followed by taking away an unpleasant stimulus.
C.    When a desired behavior is followed by taking away an unpleasant stimulus.
D.    When a behavior is followed by removing a favourable stimulus.                                                    
2.6.        Behaviour modification is…
A.    Necessary when you want to give up smoking.
B.    When you want to encourage desired behavior and discourage undesired behavior,
C.   The use of methods designed to change the behavior of children.
D.   All of the above statements apply.

2.7.        One of Howard Gardner’s intelligences is “intrapersonal intelligence”. This intelligence includes the capacity to…
A.    Understand the intentions, motivations and desires of other people.
B.    Learn and use language effectively when expressing them self.
C.   Understand oneself, to appreciate one’s feelings, fears and motivations.
D.   Nuture and relate information to one’s natural surroundings.                                    

2.8.        The first three steps of problem solving are…
A.    Identify the problem, identify solutions, select best solution
B.    Identify causes, eliminate causes, select best solution
C.   Identify problem, identify causes, implement solution
D.   Identify problem, identify causes, eliminate causes                                                  

2.9.        “Maslow’s hierarchy of needs” model has five different levels in which our needs are structured. The first three levels are named…?
A.   Physiological, safety, affiliation and love
B.   Safety, esteem, self-actualisation
C.   Safety, affiliation and love, esteem
                  D.   Physiological, safety, self-actualisation                                                                    

2.10.      A SWOT analysis is a useful self-analysis tool. The acronym stands for…?
A.    Specific, Willingness, Opportunity, Training
B.    Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat
C.   Strategy, Who, Opportunity, Time frames
E.    Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Time required                                                     
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3.    True or False  Indicate whether the following statements are true or false.
If false, correct the statement to make it true.
3.1. Goal theory says that goals need to be challenging and specific.                                 
3.2. Behavior modification is based on operant conditioning.                                               
3.3. All children respond to the same incentives.                                                                  
3.4. Humanists believe that only observable behavior should be studied.
3.5. The expectancy theory of motivation was proposed by Maslow.
3.6. A  C.V. is a written summary of your working career and does not need to contain any      personal details.

3.7. Functional competencies are the actual skills required to perform a specific job function.
3.8. Operational competencies are abilities relating to how to deal with other people.
3.9. Perseverance means you give up trying to do something as soon as you fail to do it once.
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4.    Fill in the missing words                                                                                               
Write the correct word next to the correct number on your answer page.
4.1.                              intelligence has to do with using space practically and creatively.
4.2. The ability to create and appreciate music is part of                             intelligence.
4.3. Maturation theory says we develop new skills because of our              (a)          and not      
       because of           (b)            .

4.4. Jean Piaget is most associated with the theory of                          .

4.5. Albert Bandura is famous for his             doll experiment.

4.6. There are                    possible intelligences according to Howard Gardener.

4.7. One of the techniques for improving creativity in problem solving is                 . It is done in                                         
       groups and everyone has a chance to present ideas.

4.8. Another technique that can be used in problem solving is the use of                       . With these you can group together similar or related concepts.
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5.    Matching Columns                                                                                                      
In the table provided below Match the term/name provided with its’ correct description. 
Write the correct letter next to the correct number on your answer page.

5.1
Enactive Learning
A
The learner is involved in different types of environmental systems, at different levels of proximity.
5.2
Reciprocal Determinism
B
Happens when we watch what other people do, and learn from their behavior.
5.3
Assimilation
C
Humans are only motivated to operate at optimal levels after certain needs are met.
5.4
Vicarious Learning
D
Takes place when we take new information into previously existing schemata.
5.5
Positive reinforcement
E
Happens when we learn from the consequences of our own behavior.
5.6
Socio-Cultural  theory
F
Learners are good at seeing content and perceiving patterns and relationships between objects.
5.7
Visual-spatial intelligence
G
All other information being fact or fiction, which you did not observe yourself, directly.
5.8
Maturation theory
H
Schools are cultural tools that also provide theoretical and scientific knowledge.
5.9
Hearsay
I
A teacher finds what stage of development the learner is in and then devises the appropriate teaching materials and methods.
5.10
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs
J
A piece of verified or truthful information


K
A desired behavior is followed by a favourable stimulus and increases the chance of the behavior occurring again.


L
The environment influences the behavior and behaviour influences the environment.

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Provide the following lists:                                                                                             
6.1.        List 2 factors that can influence problem-solving (they can be negative or positive).                                                                                                                                                          (2)
6.2.        List 6 of the characteristics that are common to creative people.                      (6)

6.3.        List what the letters in the acronym SMART stand for with regards to goal setting?                                                                                                                                                         (5)
6.4.        List 3 commonly used behavior modification techniques.                                  (3)
6.5.        List 4 ways of looking for jobs                                                                                (4)                                                                                                                     

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