WGU D664 STUDY GUIDE

WGU D664 STUDY GUIDE How to Use This Guide This guide covers the key competencies of the D664 course, including:  Foundational Learning Theories (Behaviorism, Cognitivism, Constructivism)  Cognitive & Neurodevelopment (Brain structures, Piaget, Erikson, Vygotsky)  Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies (Spacing, Interleaving, Retrieval Practice)  Metacognition & Executive Function  Debunking Neuromyths Section 1: Foundational Learning Theories Q1: A teacher uses a star chart to recognize and reward outstanding performance. Which learning theory does this strategy demonstrate? A1: Behaviorism Q2: A teacher praises students each time they give a correct answer during class discussions. Which theory of learning science does this strategy demonstrate? A2: Behaviorism Q3: A teacher uses songs to help students memorize the names of states and capitals. Which learning theory forms the basis of this strategy? A3: Cognitivism Q4: A teacher has students complete graphic organizers before starting a writing assignment. What is the learning theory underlying this teaching approach? A4: Cognitivism Q5: A teacher assigns real-world problem-solving tasks to groups of students. What is the learning theory underlying this teaching approach? A5: Constructivism Q6: A teacher gives students the freedom to select a topic or real-world problem to research for their final project. Which learning theory forms the basis of this strategy? A6: Constructivism Q7: A teacher values constructivism as a valuable approach to day-to-day learning. Which strategy can the teacher use to incorporate this learning theory? A7: Connecting each new concept to what students have already learned Section 2: The Learning Process (Encoding, Storage, Retrieval) Q8: Which component of the learning process involves transforming sensory input into a usable form? A8: Encoding Q9: Which term refers to holding processed information for later use? A9: Storage Q10: Which component of the learning process involves accessing information that is being held? A10: Retrieval Q11: Which part of learning involves receiving information about performance? A11: Feedback Q12: Which part of learning involves understanding one's own thought processes? A12: Metacognition Section 3: Evidence-Based Learning Strategies Q13: Which strategy for learning refers to intentionally remembering stored information? A13: Retrieval Practice Q14: Students quiz each other on important concepts to prepare for an upcoming exam. Which strategy is being demonstrated? A14: Retrieval Practice Q15: What is the strategy of learning that involves covering multiple types of problems during one study session (mixing topics)? A15: Interleaving Q16: Instead of cramming before an exam, a student prepares by studying for 30 minutes each morning. Which strategy is being demonstrated? A16: Spacing