WGU D291 Learning Experience Design Foundations I: Exam 2
- Questions with Correct Answers
50 questions
1. An evidence-based design decision is one that:
A. Follows the newest trend only
B. Is supported by research or data about learners
C. Reflects personal taste
D. Is chosen randomly
Correct Answer: B. Is supported by research or data about learners
Rationale: E.g., using spaced practice.
2. The TPACK framework describes the integration of:
A. Time, place and cost
B. Testing, planning and coaching
C. Teams, projects and courses
D. Technological, pedagogical and content knowledge
Correct Answer: D. Technological, pedagogical and content knowledge
Rationale: Mishra and Koehler.
3. A K-12 teacher, a corporate trainer and a university instructor all benefit from LXD because:
A. Its principles apply across learning contexts
B. It only applies to K-12
C. It only applies to corporate training
D. It replaces teaching
Correct Answer: A. Its principles apply across learning contexts
Rationale: Context-flexible.
4. A subject matter expert (SME) on a design team primarily:
A. Programs the LMS
B. Approves the budget
C. Provides accurate content knowledge
D. Takes the course as a learner
Correct Answer: C. Provides accurate content knowledge
Rationale: Designers translate SME knowledge into learning.
5. A problem-based learning project where learners investigate a real issue reflects:
A. Behaviorism
B. Classical conditioning
C. Rote learning
D. Constructivism
Correct Answer: D. Constructivism
Rationale: Active construction.
6. Vygotsky's zone of proximal development is:
A. A stage of moral development
B. A type of reinforcement
C. A memory store
D. The range between what a learner can do alone and with guidance
Correct Answer: D. The range between what a learner can do alone and with guidance
Rationale: Instruction targets the ZPD.
, 7. Bandura's social learning theory emphasizes:
A. Learning only through punishment
B. Learning through observation and modeling
C. Learning through networks only
D. Learning only alone
Correct Answer: B. Learning through observation and modeling
Rationale: Bobo doll studies.
8. Self-efficacy refers to:
A. A person's belief in their ability to succeed at a task
B. Physical fitness
C. Grades earned
D. Memory capacity
Correct Answer: A. A person's belief in their ability to succeed at a task
Rationale: Bandura's concept.
9. In ARCS, 'Satisfaction' strategies include:
A. Opportunities to apply learning and receive recognition
B. Removing feedback
C. Increasing difficulty without support
D. Silence
Correct Answer: A. Opportunities to apply learning and receive recognition
Rationale: Rewarding outcomes.
10. Discussion boards and peer collaboration support which SDT need?
A. Relatedness
B. Autonomy only
C. Competence only
D. Safety
Correct Answer: A. Relatedness
Rationale: Connection to others.
11. Giving learners choices of project topics supports:
A. Relatedness only
B. Extrinsic motivation only
C. Cognitive load
D. Autonomy
Correct Answer: D. Autonomy
Rationale: Ownership.
12. Growth mindset (Dweck) is the belief that:
A. Intelligence is fixed
B. Talent alone matters
C. Mistakes should be avoided
D. Abilities can develop through effort and strategies
Correct Answer: D. Abilities can develop through effort and strategies
Rationale: Supports persistence.
- Questions with Correct Answers
50 questions
1. An evidence-based design decision is one that:
A. Follows the newest trend only
B. Is supported by research or data about learners
C. Reflects personal taste
D. Is chosen randomly
Correct Answer: B. Is supported by research or data about learners
Rationale: E.g., using spaced practice.
2. The TPACK framework describes the integration of:
A. Time, place and cost
B. Testing, planning and coaching
C. Teams, projects and courses
D. Technological, pedagogical and content knowledge
Correct Answer: D. Technological, pedagogical and content knowledge
Rationale: Mishra and Koehler.
3. A K-12 teacher, a corporate trainer and a university instructor all benefit from LXD because:
A. Its principles apply across learning contexts
B. It only applies to K-12
C. It only applies to corporate training
D. It replaces teaching
Correct Answer: A. Its principles apply across learning contexts
Rationale: Context-flexible.
4. A subject matter expert (SME) on a design team primarily:
A. Programs the LMS
B. Approves the budget
C. Provides accurate content knowledge
D. Takes the course as a learner
Correct Answer: C. Provides accurate content knowledge
Rationale: Designers translate SME knowledge into learning.
5. A problem-based learning project where learners investigate a real issue reflects:
A. Behaviorism
B. Classical conditioning
C. Rote learning
D. Constructivism
Correct Answer: D. Constructivism
Rationale: Active construction.
6. Vygotsky's zone of proximal development is:
A. A stage of moral development
B. A type of reinforcement
C. A memory store
D. The range between what a learner can do alone and with guidance
Correct Answer: D. The range between what a learner can do alone and with guidance
Rationale: Instruction targets the ZPD.
, 7. Bandura's social learning theory emphasizes:
A. Learning only through punishment
B. Learning through observation and modeling
C. Learning through networks only
D. Learning only alone
Correct Answer: B. Learning through observation and modeling
Rationale: Bobo doll studies.
8. Self-efficacy refers to:
A. A person's belief in their ability to succeed at a task
B. Physical fitness
C. Grades earned
D. Memory capacity
Correct Answer: A. A person's belief in their ability to succeed at a task
Rationale: Bandura's concept.
9. In ARCS, 'Satisfaction' strategies include:
A. Opportunities to apply learning and receive recognition
B. Removing feedback
C. Increasing difficulty without support
D. Silence
Correct Answer: A. Opportunities to apply learning and receive recognition
Rationale: Rewarding outcomes.
10. Discussion boards and peer collaboration support which SDT need?
A. Relatedness
B. Autonomy only
C. Competence only
D. Safety
Correct Answer: A. Relatedness
Rationale: Connection to others.
11. Giving learners choices of project topics supports:
A. Relatedness only
B. Extrinsic motivation only
C. Cognitive load
D. Autonomy
Correct Answer: D. Autonomy
Rationale: Ownership.
12. Growth mindset (Dweck) is the belief that:
A. Intelligence is fixed
B. Talent alone matters
C. Mistakes should be avoided
D. Abilities can develop through effort and strategies
Correct Answer: D. Abilities can develop through effort and strategies
Rationale: Supports persistence.
