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WGU D664 PRE- ASSESSMENT NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL
EXAM| D664 LEARNERS AND LEARNING SCIENCE
EXAM REVIEW WITH COMPLETE 100 REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS/
ALREADY GRADED A+
what is the myth of normal? - ANSWER - the idea that there is a
universally optimal learning style or cognitive function
what does neuroscience say about the myth of normal? - ANSWER -
differences in individual backgrounds, experiences, opportunities, and
perspectives impact brain function and cognitive perspectives
what principles debunk the myth of normal? - ANSWER - cognitive
learning styles and neurodiversity
how do you teach using the myth of normal? - ANSWER - using varied
instructional methods (differentiation), social emotional learning (SEL),
and multisensory learning
what is the myth a leopard cant change its spots? - ANSWER - cognitive
rigidity. as we age abilities become fixed and rigid and it becomes harder
to learn.
what does neuroscience say about the myth a leopard cant change its
spots? - ANSWER - our brains are flexible for our entire lives, and we
can learn new things
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what debunks the myth a leopard cant change its spots? - ANSWER -
neuroplasticity, the brains ability to adapt in response to experience
how do you teach using the myth a leopard cant change its spots? -
ANSWER - growth mindset
meet needs of all students
provide motivation
help students face challenges with enthusiasm
what is the myth the brain as a computer? - ANSWER - brain works like
a computer. processes information linearly and logically
what does neuroscience say about the myth the brain as a computer? -
ANSWER - the brain is more complex than a computer. it processes
information in dynamic, adaptable ways
what debunks the myth the brain as a computer? - ANSWER - the
embodied mind perspective (connection between brain, body, and
experiences)
how do you teach using the myth the brain as a computer? - ANSWER -
hands on learning activities
engage students senses
create supportive environment
interactive movement
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sensory experiences
behaviorism is based on the work of? - ANSWER - BF skinner
what is the focus of behaviorism? - ANSWER - understanding how
external influences shape behavior
teacher led
basic skills and mastery
conditioned behavior
what is a common behaviorist teaching technique? - ANSWER - teacher
led direct instruction
cognitivism is based on the work of? - ANSWER - Bandura and
information processing theory
what is the focus of cognitivism? - ANSWER - understanding how we
think, remember, solve problems, and make choices
memory, comprehension, thinking processes
what is a cognitivism teaching method? - ANSWER - use diverse
learning activities to strengthen mental schemas
what does behaviorism say? - ANSWER - behavior is shapes by
reinforcement and punishment
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WGU D664 PRE- ASSESSMENT NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL
EXAM| D664 LEARNERS AND LEARNING SCIENCE
EXAM REVIEW WITH COMPLETE 100 REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS/
ALREADY GRADED A+
what is the myth of normal? - ANSWER - the idea that there is a
universally optimal learning style or cognitive function
what does neuroscience say about the myth of normal? - ANSWER -
differences in individual backgrounds, experiences, opportunities, and
perspectives impact brain function and cognitive perspectives
what principles debunk the myth of normal? - ANSWER - cognitive
learning styles and neurodiversity
how do you teach using the myth of normal? - ANSWER - using varied
instructional methods (differentiation), social emotional learning (SEL),
and multisensory learning
what is the myth a leopard cant change its spots? - ANSWER - cognitive
rigidity. as we age abilities become fixed and rigid and it becomes harder
to learn.
what does neuroscience say about the myth a leopard cant change its
spots? - ANSWER - our brains are flexible for our entire lives, and we
can learn new things
pg. 1
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what debunks the myth a leopard cant change its spots? - ANSWER -
neuroplasticity, the brains ability to adapt in response to experience
how do you teach using the myth a leopard cant change its spots? -
ANSWER - growth mindset
meet needs of all students
provide motivation
help students face challenges with enthusiasm
what is the myth the brain as a computer? - ANSWER - brain works like
a computer. processes information linearly and logically
what does neuroscience say about the myth the brain as a computer? -
ANSWER - the brain is more complex than a computer. it processes
information in dynamic, adaptable ways
what debunks the myth the brain as a computer? - ANSWER - the
embodied mind perspective (connection between brain, body, and
experiences)
how do you teach using the myth the brain as a computer? - ANSWER -
hands on learning activities
engage students senses
create supportive environment
interactive movement
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sensory experiences
behaviorism is based on the work of? - ANSWER - BF skinner
what is the focus of behaviorism? - ANSWER - understanding how
external influences shape behavior
teacher led
basic skills and mastery
conditioned behavior
what is a common behaviorist teaching technique? - ANSWER - teacher
led direct instruction
cognitivism is based on the work of? - ANSWER - Bandura and
information processing theory
what is the focus of cognitivism? - ANSWER - understanding how we
think, remember, solve problems, and make choices
memory, comprehension, thinking processes
what is a cognitivism teaching method? - ANSWER - use diverse
learning activities to strengthen mental schemas
what does behaviorism say? - ANSWER - behavior is shapes by
reinforcement and punishment
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