D665: Learner Development and the
Science of Learning Test Questions
Fully Solved.
What is neuroplasticity? - Answer The brain's ability to rewire with learning.
What are Piaget's four stages of cognitive development? - Answer Sensorimotor (0-2),
Preoperational (2-7), Concrete Operational (7-11), Formal Operational (12+).
What does Vygotsky's ZPD mean? - Answer The Zone of Proximal Development is the range
of tasks a learner can perform with guidance but not yet independently.
What is retrieval practice? - Answer A strategy where learners recall information to
strengthen memory and learning.
Define metacognition. - Answer Thinking about one's own thinking; awareness and
regulation of learning processes.
What part of the brain is key to attention and executive functioning? - Answer The prefrontal
cortex.
How does scaffolding support learners? - Answer It provides structured help early on and
gradually removes it as learners gain independence.
What is academic choice? - Answer Allowing students to choose how they engage with or
demonstrate learning, increasing motivation.
What are desirable difficulties? - Answer Learning challenges that promote deeper
engagement and better retention (e.g., retrieval practice).
Which learning strategy combines text and visuals? - Answer Dual coding.
Name the brain structure that consolidates memory. - Answer Hippocampus.
What is the purpose of the Cognitive learning strategy: spaced practice? - Answer To improve
retention by spreading learning over time.
, What does Erikson's "Industry vs. Inferiority" stage represent? - Answer Developing a sense
of competence in school-age children.
Why is feedback important for learning? - Answer It helps learners correct errors and
reinforce accurate knowledge.
What instructional strategy supports cognitive load theory? - Answer Chunking information
and using visuals to reduce working memory strain.
The cerebrum is responsible for - Answer Complex thought, decision-making.
The prefrontal cortex is responsible for - Answer Attention, impulse control.
The hippocampus is responsible for - Answer Memory formation
The cerebellum is responsible for - Answer Coordination, motor learning. ( ll in cerebellum
like two legs, foundation, supports coordination.)
The brain stem is responsible for - Answer Regulation of essential body function
The limbic system is responsible for - Answer Processing emotions, memory formation, and
decision-making
Starting from the brainstem clockwise, label the brain. - Answer Brainstem, prefrontal cortex,
cerebrum, limbic system, cerebellum.
Cognitive learning strategy: Interleaving - Answer Mix topics to deepen understanding.
Maslow - Answer Hierarchy of needs (basic -> self-actualization)
Embodied cognition - Answer learning through movement and hands-on tasks.
Multimodal learning - Answer Combine visual, auditory, and kinesthetic methods.
What is feedback? - Answer Timely, specific responses support growth.
Differentiation - Answer Adjust instruction for readiness and need.
Science of Learning Test Questions
Fully Solved.
What is neuroplasticity? - Answer The brain's ability to rewire with learning.
What are Piaget's four stages of cognitive development? - Answer Sensorimotor (0-2),
Preoperational (2-7), Concrete Operational (7-11), Formal Operational (12+).
What does Vygotsky's ZPD mean? - Answer The Zone of Proximal Development is the range
of tasks a learner can perform with guidance but not yet independently.
What is retrieval practice? - Answer A strategy where learners recall information to
strengthen memory and learning.
Define metacognition. - Answer Thinking about one's own thinking; awareness and
regulation of learning processes.
What part of the brain is key to attention and executive functioning? - Answer The prefrontal
cortex.
How does scaffolding support learners? - Answer It provides structured help early on and
gradually removes it as learners gain independence.
What is academic choice? - Answer Allowing students to choose how they engage with or
demonstrate learning, increasing motivation.
What are desirable difficulties? - Answer Learning challenges that promote deeper
engagement and better retention (e.g., retrieval practice).
Which learning strategy combines text and visuals? - Answer Dual coding.
Name the brain structure that consolidates memory. - Answer Hippocampus.
What is the purpose of the Cognitive learning strategy: spaced practice? - Answer To improve
retention by spreading learning over time.
, What does Erikson's "Industry vs. Inferiority" stage represent? - Answer Developing a sense
of competence in school-age children.
Why is feedback important for learning? - Answer It helps learners correct errors and
reinforce accurate knowledge.
What instructional strategy supports cognitive load theory? - Answer Chunking information
and using visuals to reduce working memory strain.
The cerebrum is responsible for - Answer Complex thought, decision-making.
The prefrontal cortex is responsible for - Answer Attention, impulse control.
The hippocampus is responsible for - Answer Memory formation
The cerebellum is responsible for - Answer Coordination, motor learning. ( ll in cerebellum
like two legs, foundation, supports coordination.)
The brain stem is responsible for - Answer Regulation of essential body function
The limbic system is responsible for - Answer Processing emotions, memory formation, and
decision-making
Starting from the brainstem clockwise, label the brain. - Answer Brainstem, prefrontal cortex,
cerebrum, limbic system, cerebellum.
Cognitive learning strategy: Interleaving - Answer Mix topics to deepen understanding.
Maslow - Answer Hierarchy of needs (basic -> self-actualization)
Embodied cognition - Answer learning through movement and hands-on tasks.
Multimodal learning - Answer Combine visual, auditory, and kinesthetic methods.
What is feedback? - Answer Timely, specific responses support growth.
Differentiation - Answer Adjust instruction for readiness and need.
