Types of learning, Micro-teaching skills and components, Lesson planning - One Line Questions
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What is the typical duration of a micro-teaching session? —
5-10 minutes
2.
What is 'punishment' in operant conditioning? —
A consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior occurring again
3.
According to Bandura's Social Learning Theory, what is 'modeling'? —
The process of observing and imitating a behavior
4.
What is the main difference between a 'lesson plan' and a 'micro-lesson plan'? —
A micro-lesson plan is designed for a shorter duration and focuses on a single teaching skill.
5.
In lesson planning, what is meant by 'anticipatory set' or 'engagement activity'? —
An activity to capture students' attention and connect to prior knowledge
6.
The component of 'Explaining' in micro-teaching involves: —
Providing clear and logical connections between ideas
7.
A well-structured lesson plan typically begins with: —
Learning objectives
8.
Which type of learning involves understanding the relationship between different concepts and forming mental models? —
Conceptual Learning
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Which type of learning emphasizes the role of mental processes such as thinking, memory, and problem-solving? —
Cognitive Learning
10.
Which learning theory emphasizes the role of self-efficacy and reciprocal determinism? —
Social Learning Theory
11.
A lesson plan that incorporates activities allowing students to explore, experiment, and construct their own understanding is aligned with: —
Constructivist pedagogy
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What is the primary difference between classical and operant conditioning? —
Classical conditioning involves voluntary responses elicited by stimuli, operant conditioning involves voluntary behaviors strengthened or weakened by consequences.
13.
Which of the following is a common micro-teaching skill? —
Questioning
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In classical conditioning, what is the term for a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response? —
Unconditioned Stimulus
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The micro-teaching skill of 'Illustrating and Exemplifying' aims to: —
Make abstract concepts concrete and understandable through examples
16.
Which of the following is a characteristic of 'Rote Learning'? —
Memorization without necessarily understanding the meaning
17.
A lesson plan that outlines specific steps for a teacher to follow, including instructions and expected student responses, is characteristic of: —
Direct Instruction
18.
In micro-teaching, the skill of 'Silence' is used effectively to: —
Allow students time to think or respond
19.
Which micro-teaching skill involves varying tone, pitch, and pace of speech to maintain student interest? —
Stimulus Variation
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Which micro-teaching skill involves encouraging students to participate by asking them to recall or elaborate on previous points? —
Probing Questions
21.
Learning by watching others and imitating their behavior is known as: —
Observational Learning
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Which type of learning is characterized by learning without conscious awareness or deliberate effort? —
Incidental Learning
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The skill of 'Probing Questions' in micro-teaching aims to: —
Encourage deeper thinking and elaboration from students
24.
What does the 'lesson closure' component of a lesson plan aim to achieve? —
Provide a sense of completeness and reinforce learning
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The 'Closure' skill in lesson planning is used to: —
Summarize key points and link to future learning
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The concept of 'shaping' in operant conditioning refers to: —
Reinforcing successive approximations of a desired behavior
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Which component of a lesson plan ensures that the learning objectives have been met? —
Evaluation
28.
What is the role of 'practice' in operant conditioning? —
It strengthens the association between a behavior and its consequence.
29.
Which component of a lesson plan details the specific actions the teacher will take to deliver the content? —
Teaching-Learning Activities
30.
Which component of a lesson plan involves outlining the sequence of activities and the time allotted for each? —
Teaching-Learning Activities/Procedure
31.
What is 'insight learning' as proposed by Wolfgang Köhler? —
Learning through sudden understanding or realization
32.
Which type of reinforcement involves adding a desirable stimulus to increase a behavior? —
Positive Reinforcement
33.
Which type of learning involves associating a neutral stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus to elicit a conditioned response? —
Classical Conditioning
34.
What is the core idea behind 'Learning by Doing'? —
Active engagement and participation in the learning process
35.
In the micro-teaching cycle, what happens after the 'Teaching' phase? —
Feedback
36.
The 'Re-teaching' phase in micro-teaching occurs after: —
Feedback
37.
In operant conditioning, what is the term for a stimulus that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated? —
Reinforcer
38.
In the context of micro-teaching, 'systematic observation' refers to: —
Using a structured checklist or rubric to record specific teaching behaviors
39.
A lesson plan that focuses on students discovering concepts through guided inquiry demonstrates which learning approach? —
40.
The micro-teaching skill of 'Stimulus Variation' aims to: —
Keep students engaged by changing the focus of attention
41.
The 'General Objectives' in a lesson plan usually relate to: —
Broader educational aims and outcomes
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In lesson planning, the 'Procedure' section typically includes: —
Step-by-step instructions for teaching and learning activities
43.
What does the 'Materials/Resources' section of a lesson plan include? —
Tools, texts, and aids needed for the lesson
44.
What is 'extinction' in the context of operant conditioning? —
The gradual weakening and disappearance of a learned behavior when reinforcement is withheld
45.
The 'Evaluation' section of a lesson plan describes: —
How student learning will be assessed
46.
What is the purpose of the 'Reinforcement' skill in micro-teaching? —
To acknowledge and encourage student participation and correct responses
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What is the primary purpose of stating learning objectives in a lesson plan? —
To outline what students should know or be able to do after the lesson
48.
What is the primary goal of micro-teaching? —
To practice and refine specific teaching skills in a controlled environment
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What is the purpose of the 'Feedback' stage in the micro-teaching cycle? —
To provide constructive criticism on the teaching performance
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What is the purpose of the 'Reflection' stage in the micro-teaching cycle? —
To analyze one's own teaching performance and identify areas for improvement