Assessment – Introduction to Learning Theories

Section 1 — Pre-Lesson Concept Check

Choose the best answer for each question. Instant feedback is provided after each selection.

1. Which learning theory focuses primarily on observable behaviour and stimulus-response relationships?

a) Behaviourism b) Cognitivism c) Constructivism d) Humanism

2. According to constructivism, how do learners acquire knowledge?

a) By passively receiving information from teachers b) By memorising facts through repetition c) By actively constructing meaning through experience and interaction d) By processing information like a computer

3. Which theorist is most closely associated with the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)?

a) Skinner b) Vygotsky c) Ausubel d) Watson

4. Cognitive load theory is most associated with which learning theory?

a) Behaviourism b) Constructivism c) Humanism d) Cognitivism

5. A teacher uses rewards and punishments to shape student behaviour. Which theory does this best reflect?

a) Behaviourism b) Cognitivism c) Constructivism d) Social Learning Theory

Section 2 — True or False

Select True or False for each statement.

6. Constructivism argues that learners are passive recipients of knowledge.

True False

7. Social constructivism places emphasis on dialogue and collaboration in the learning process.

True False

8. AI-generated explanations of learning theories are always accurate and unbiased.

True False

Section 3 — AI Literacy Check

Apply your critical thinking about AI-generated content in educational contexts.

9. You ask an AI to explain constructivism and it states: “Constructivism ignores prior knowledge.” What should you do?

a) Accept it — AI is generally reliable for educational content b) Submit it as-is for your assignment c) Cross-reference with course readings and identify the error d) Ask the AI to repeat the answer

10. What is AI “hallucination” in the context of learning theory explanations?

a) When AI generates visual content b) When AI confidently states false or fabricated information c) When AI responses are too long d) When AI cannot connect to the internet

11. Which of the following best demonstrates critical AI use for an essay on behaviourism?

a) Copy the AI's 500-word explanation directly b) Use AI to write the essay, then fix grammar c) Avoid AI entirely as it is unreliable d) Use AI to generate a draft, identify inaccuracies with evidence, revise with your own understanding

Exit Ticket — End of Lesson

Reflect on what you have learned. Responses are saved locally.

1. Name one key difference between behaviourism and constructivism.

2. What is one limitation of AI that you noticed or can anticipate when studying learning theories?

3. How confident are you in explaining Social Constructivism to a peer?

Not confident Somewhat confident Confident Very confident

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