LP Level 4 Examples of Longer type questions (Sept Exam 2011)

QUESTIon

 7.1.  Give short description of what social learning theory is  about.             (2)

7.2.    Provide a practical example of how you could apply social learning theory in the class room .                                                                                                  (3)

7.3.    Read through these examples of conditioning and provide the correct information.                                                                                             (16)

NB

ü  For each example decide whether it is classical conditioning OR operant conditioning or

ü  If it is classical conditioning, identify the unconditioned stimulus (US), the unconditioned response (UR), the conditioned stimulus (CS) and the conditioned response (CR).

ü  If it is operant conditioning, provide an explanation for the behavior.

I.              Example One:

John Watson conducted an experiment with a boy named Albert in which he paired a white rat with a loud, startling noise. Albert now becomes startled at the sight of the white rat.

II.            Example Two:

Your car has a red, flashing light that blinks annoyingly if you start the car without buckling the seat belt. You become less likely to start the car without buckling the seat belt.

III.           Example Three:

To stop bad habits, it is sometimes recommended that you put a rubber band around your wrist and snap it every time you notice yourself doing that behaviour.

IV.          Example Four:

Your father gives you a credit card at the end of your first year in college because you did so well. As a result, your grades continue to get better in your second year. 7.4.        Draw a table to explain the difference between the cognitive learning theory and constructivist learning theory. Please ensure you mention at least 2 differences.        (4)

QUESTION 8:

8.1. Read the following case study and answer the questions below.

Miss Petersen wants to teach five-year-old children to sort shapes of different colours into different sets. She wants all the blue triangles, red squares and yellow circles in separate groups. The children really struggle with this task as they seem to be unable to sort the shapes into the categories that Miss Petersen wants.

 8.1.1.   By applying Piaget’s cognitive development theory can you explain to Miss Petersen why the children are struggling with the task?                (5) 

8.1.2.   Name Piaget’s four stages of development.                                  (4)

 8.2.      Draw a labeled diagram of the Zone of Proximal development (ZPD).

            Use the diagram to explain how the zone of proximal development works.                                                                                                                           (5) 

8.4.    Draw up a table to compare maturation theory and socio-cultural/ ecological theory. Give 3 comparisons.                                                                     (6)

QUESTION 9:                                                                                    

9.1.   Choose one of the following problems below, and draw a diagram giving an outline of how you would use the steps in the problem solving process to find a solution. Remember to use all the 8 steps.

Please write the correct letter on your answer page next to the problem you selected.                                                                                                                        (16)

A)           The younger children seem to be getting hurt often while playing on the jungle gym.

B)           There are 2 learners that are always getting into arguments with each other.

C)           A learner keeps taking other learner’s belongings.

9.2.   Name at least 2 barriers to solving problems.                                                   (2) 

9.3.   Explain what a fact is?                                                                                          (1) 

9.4.   Name and explain 3 techniques for improving creativity in people.           (6)       

QUESTION 10

10.1  Name the different levels of Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs. Give at least 1 example of each need.                                                                                                                             (10)

10.2.      There are 3 concepts that form the basis for Vroom’s expectancy theory.  Identify and provide an explanation for these three concepts.                                                    (6)

10.3.      Name 3 benefits of learner participation in the goal setting process.   (3)

10.4.    Behaviour modification is based on 2 stages. Name and describe them.    (4)

10.5.    Explain what is meant by the term empowerment.

    QUESTION 11 

1.1 Define a career path                                                                                 (2)                       

1.1.2  Name and discuss 1 factor that can influence your career  choices.   (3)

1.1.3     4 Categories of core competencies have been identified. Name all 4 of these  categories and give an example of each.                                                   (8)

11.4.    Read the job advert below and answer the questions that follow           

Junior Teaching Assistant Required – Cape Town (Ref1906) Committed to education excellence? Looking to jump start your career in teaching? Requirements: PLove working with children PMust have Grade 12 or equivalent ECD/E&D qualification PNo working experience required PMust be willing to work shift hours (6.30am-3.30pm or 9.30am-6.30pm) PAble to manage children and discipline PAble to work as part of a team PAble to multi-task PFun loving and creative personality a MUST!

11.4.1. Analyse this advert. Divide the requirements listed into: 1) skills; 2) knowledge or  qualifications and 3) attitudes. Under each category  explain what you think are the competencies required for the job.                                                      (9)

11.5. How would you prepare for a job interview for this job?                  (3)