WGU D665 questions and answers 2024\2025
A+ Grade
Executive Function
- correct answer the cognitive ability to organize and prioritize the many thoughts that arise from the
various parts of the brain, allowing the person to anticipate, strategize, and plan behavior
Hippocampus
- correct answer A neural center located in the limbic system that helps process explicit memories for
storage and maintain attention.
Distributed Practice
- correct answer spacing the study of material to be remembered by including breaks between study
periods
Neurodiversity
- correct answer the idea that people with special needs have diverse brain structures, with each person
having neurological strengths and weaknesses that should be appreciated, in much the same way
diverse cultures and ethnicities are welcomed
Nueroplasticity
- correct answer the ability within the brain to constantly change both the structure and function of
many cells in response to experience or trauma
Cognitive style theory
- correct answer Psychological disturbances often come from irrational and illogical thinking. Consistent
approach individuals take to problem solve, think, and perception.
cognitive rigidity
- correct answer the lack of flexibility in thinking about perspectives that are different from one's own.
An old dog can't learn new tricks.
, growth mindset
- correct answer belief that qualities can change/improve through effort
fixed mindset
- correct answer the idea that we have a set amount of ability that cannot change
consolidation theory
- correct answer The classic theory that memory traces of an event are not fully formed immediately
after that event, but take some time to consolidate.
aquistion
- correct answer In classical conditioning, the initial stage, when one links a neutral stimulus and an
unconditioned stimulus so that the neutral stimulus begins triggering the conditioned response. In
operant conditioning, the strengthening of a reinforced response.
Erikson's Theory
- correct answer Theory that proposes eight stages of human development. Each stage consists of a
unique developmental task that confronts individuals with a crisis that must be resolved. Built on Piagets
theory.
Piaget's Theory
- correct answer Theory stating that children actively construct their understanding of the world and go
through four stages of cognitive development.
More Knowledgeable Other (MKO)
- correct answer Someone who has a better understanding or a higher ability level than the learner.
Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)
- correct answer Vygotsky's concept of the difference between what a child can do alone and what that
child can do with the help of a teacher
Educational Practices
- correct answer Methods and strategies used in teaching and learning.
A+ Grade
Executive Function
- correct answer the cognitive ability to organize and prioritize the many thoughts that arise from the
various parts of the brain, allowing the person to anticipate, strategize, and plan behavior
Hippocampus
- correct answer A neural center located in the limbic system that helps process explicit memories for
storage and maintain attention.
Distributed Practice
- correct answer spacing the study of material to be remembered by including breaks between study
periods
Neurodiversity
- correct answer the idea that people with special needs have diverse brain structures, with each person
having neurological strengths and weaknesses that should be appreciated, in much the same way
diverse cultures and ethnicities are welcomed
Nueroplasticity
- correct answer the ability within the brain to constantly change both the structure and function of
many cells in response to experience or trauma
Cognitive style theory
- correct answer Psychological disturbances often come from irrational and illogical thinking. Consistent
approach individuals take to problem solve, think, and perception.
cognitive rigidity
- correct answer the lack of flexibility in thinking about perspectives that are different from one's own.
An old dog can't learn new tricks.
, growth mindset
- correct answer belief that qualities can change/improve through effort
fixed mindset
- correct answer the idea that we have a set amount of ability that cannot change
consolidation theory
- correct answer The classic theory that memory traces of an event are not fully formed immediately
after that event, but take some time to consolidate.
aquistion
- correct answer In classical conditioning, the initial stage, when one links a neutral stimulus and an
unconditioned stimulus so that the neutral stimulus begins triggering the conditioned response. In
operant conditioning, the strengthening of a reinforced response.
Erikson's Theory
- correct answer Theory that proposes eight stages of human development. Each stage consists of a
unique developmental task that confronts individuals with a crisis that must be resolved. Built on Piagets
theory.
Piaget's Theory
- correct answer Theory stating that children actively construct their understanding of the world and go
through four stages of cognitive development.
More Knowledgeable Other (MKO)
- correct answer Someone who has a better understanding or a higher ability level than the learner.
Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)
- correct answer Vygotsky's concept of the difference between what a child can do alone and what that
child can do with the help of a teacher
Educational Practices
- correct answer Methods and strategies used in teaching and learning.
