D665 - Learner Development and the
Science of Learning Section 1 Exam
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Neuroscience - CORRECT ANSWER the study of the brain and nervous system
Cognition - CORRECT ANSWER thinking activities such as remembering,
understanding, problem-solving, and decision-making, including how people get, use, and
store information in their minds
Neurons - CORRECT ANSWER tiny cells in the brain that work together like an
extensive communication network
Neurodevelopment - CORRECT ANSWER plays a crucial role in acquiring new
knowledge, honing cognitive skills, and adapting to the challenges of formal education
Brainstem - CORRECT ANSWER part of the brain that connects to the spinal cord;
oversees important jobs like keeping the heart beating regularly, controlling breathing,
managing blood flow, and controlling automatic actions like sneezing and swallowing
Limbic System - CORRECT ANSWER deep in the brain, it is like an emotional
control center helping handle feelings like happiness, fear, and sadness
Cerebellum - CORRECT ANSWER located at the back of the head, the "little brain"
helps control voluntary muscle movements, posture, and balance
Cerebrum - CORRECT ANSWER the front part of the brain responsible for controlling
movement, body temperature, and thinking skills like speaking, problem-solving, and
decision-making; it also handles sensory tasks like seeing, hearing, and feeling touch
, Prefrontal Cortex - CORRECT ANSWER plays a crucial role in decision-making,
impulse control, and emotional regulation
Encoding - CORRECT ANSWER the initial processing of information, converting
sensory input into a form that the brain can store and use
Storage - CORRECT ANSWER involves retaining encoded information over time
Retrieval - CORRECT ANSWER the process of accessing stored information when
needed
Feedback - CORRECT ANSWER provides information about performance, guiding
future actions to refine learning strategies
Metacognition - CORRECT ANSWER the awareness and understanding of one's
thinking processes to monitor and regulate learning
Retrieval Practice - CORRECT ANSWER enhances long-term retention by actively
recalling information from memory
Spacing - CORRECT ANSWER strategically spacing out study sessions over time
leads to more robust learning outcomes
Interleaving - CORRECT ANSWER mixing different topics or skills within a single
study session promotes deeper understanding and transfer of knowledge
Feedback-Driven Metacognition - CORRECT ANSWER monitor and regulate learning
processes to foster greater self-awareness and learning autonomy
Desirable Difficulty - CORRECT ANSWER introducing challenges or obstacles during
learning to cultivate resilience and enhance overall
Science of Learning Section 1 Exam
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Neuroscience - CORRECT ANSWER the study of the brain and nervous system
Cognition - CORRECT ANSWER thinking activities such as remembering,
understanding, problem-solving, and decision-making, including how people get, use, and
store information in their minds
Neurons - CORRECT ANSWER tiny cells in the brain that work together like an
extensive communication network
Neurodevelopment - CORRECT ANSWER plays a crucial role in acquiring new
knowledge, honing cognitive skills, and adapting to the challenges of formal education
Brainstem - CORRECT ANSWER part of the brain that connects to the spinal cord;
oversees important jobs like keeping the heart beating regularly, controlling breathing,
managing blood flow, and controlling automatic actions like sneezing and swallowing
Limbic System - CORRECT ANSWER deep in the brain, it is like an emotional
control center helping handle feelings like happiness, fear, and sadness
Cerebellum - CORRECT ANSWER located at the back of the head, the "little brain"
helps control voluntary muscle movements, posture, and balance
Cerebrum - CORRECT ANSWER the front part of the brain responsible for controlling
movement, body temperature, and thinking skills like speaking, problem-solving, and
decision-making; it also handles sensory tasks like seeing, hearing, and feeling touch
, Prefrontal Cortex - CORRECT ANSWER plays a crucial role in decision-making,
impulse control, and emotional regulation
Encoding - CORRECT ANSWER the initial processing of information, converting
sensory input into a form that the brain can store and use
Storage - CORRECT ANSWER involves retaining encoded information over time
Retrieval - CORRECT ANSWER the process of accessing stored information when
needed
Feedback - CORRECT ANSWER provides information about performance, guiding
future actions to refine learning strategies
Metacognition - CORRECT ANSWER the awareness and understanding of one's
thinking processes to monitor and regulate learning
Retrieval Practice - CORRECT ANSWER enhances long-term retention by actively
recalling information from memory
Spacing - CORRECT ANSWER strategically spacing out study sessions over time
leads to more robust learning outcomes
Interleaving - CORRECT ANSWER mixing different topics or skills within a single
study session promotes deeper understanding and transfer of knowledge
Feedback-Driven Metacognition - CORRECT ANSWER monitor and regulate learning
processes to foster greater self-awareness and learning autonomy
Desirable Difficulty - CORRECT ANSWER introducing challenges or obstacles during
learning to cultivate resilience and enhance overall
