WGU D665 Learner Development and the
Science of Learning Exam UPDATED
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is neuroplasticity? - CORRECT ANSWER The brain's ability to rewire with
learning.
What are Piaget's four stages of cognitive development? - CORRECT
ANSWER Sensorimotor (0-2), Preoperational (2-7), Concrete Operational (7-11),
Formal Operational (12+).
What does Vygotsky's ZPD mean? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER A strategy where learners recall
information to strengthen memory and learning.
Define metacognition. - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER The prefrontal cortex.
How does scaffolding support learners? - CORRECT ANSWER It provides structured
help early on and gradually removes it as learners gain independence.
What is academic choice? - CORRECT ANSWER Allowing students to choose how
they engage with or demonstrate learning, increasing motivation.
, What are desirable difficulties? - CORRECT ANSWER Learning challenges that
promote deeper engagement and better retention (e.g., retrieval practice).
Which learning strategy combines text and visuals? - CORRECT ANSWER Dual
coding.
Name the brain structure that consolidates memory. - CORRECT
ANSWER Hippocampus.
What is the purpose of the Cognitive learning strategy: spaced practice? - CORRECT
ANSWER To improve retention by spreading learning over time.
What does Erikson's "Industry vs. Inferiority" stage represent? - CORRECT
ANSWER Developing a sense of competence in school-age children.
Why is feedback important for learning? - CORRECT ANSWER It helps learners
correct errors and reinforce accurate knowledge.
What instructional strategy supports cognitive load theory? - CORRECT
ANSWER Chunking information and using visuals to reduce working memory strain.
The cerebrum is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Complex thought, decision-
making.
The prefrontal cortex is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Attention, impulse
control.
The hippocampus is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Memory formation
The cerebellum is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Coordination, motor
learning. ( ll in cerebellum like two legs, foundation, supports coordination.)
Science of Learning Exam UPDATED
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is neuroplasticity? - CORRECT ANSWER The brain's ability to rewire with
learning.
What are Piaget's four stages of cognitive development? - CORRECT
ANSWER Sensorimotor (0-2), Preoperational (2-7), Concrete Operational (7-11),
Formal Operational (12+).
What does Vygotsky's ZPD mean? - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT ANSWER A strategy where learners recall
information to strengthen memory and learning.
Define metacognition. - CORRECT 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? - CORRECT
ANSWER The prefrontal cortex.
How does scaffolding support learners? - CORRECT ANSWER It provides structured
help early on and gradually removes it as learners gain independence.
What is academic choice? - CORRECT ANSWER Allowing students to choose how
they engage with or demonstrate learning, increasing motivation.
, What are desirable difficulties? - CORRECT ANSWER Learning challenges that
promote deeper engagement and better retention (e.g., retrieval practice).
Which learning strategy combines text and visuals? - CORRECT ANSWER Dual
coding.
Name the brain structure that consolidates memory. - CORRECT
ANSWER Hippocampus.
What is the purpose of the Cognitive learning strategy: spaced practice? - CORRECT
ANSWER To improve retention by spreading learning over time.
What does Erikson's "Industry vs. Inferiority" stage represent? - CORRECT
ANSWER Developing a sense of competence in school-age children.
Why is feedback important for learning? - CORRECT ANSWER It helps learners
correct errors and reinforce accurate knowledge.
What instructional strategy supports cognitive load theory? - CORRECT
ANSWER Chunking information and using visuals to reduce working memory strain.
The cerebrum is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Complex thought, decision-
making.
The prefrontal cortex is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Attention, impulse
control.
The hippocampus is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Memory formation
The cerebellum is responsible for - CORRECT ANSWER Coordination, motor
learning. ( ll in cerebellum like two legs, foundation, supports coordination.)
