Instructional Strategies & Methods Flashcards
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In andragogy (adult learning theory), which principle distinguishes adult learners from traditional students?
Answer: Adults are self-directed and draw on life experience to contextualize learning
Andragogy, developed by Malcolm Knowles, holds that adults are self-directed learners who leverage prior experience and seek relevance in learning.
A CPA instructor uses 'muddiest point' cards at the end of a session on revenue recognition. What is this technique designed to assess?
Answer: The most confusing concept from the session as reported by students
The 'muddiest point' technique asks learners to identify their greatest point of confusion, giving instructors actionable formative feedback.
Which instructional design model is widely used in professional accounting education for systematically developing training programs?
Answer: ADDIE model
The ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) provides a systematic framework for developing professional training programs.
Which of Bloom's Taxonomy levels is demonstrated when a student can identify why a specific journal entry is incorrect?
Answer: Analysis (Analyzing)
Analysis requires breaking down information to identify components and relationships, such as diagnosing errors in accounting entries.
An accounting professor assigns students to role-play as auditors conducting a client interview. What instructional method is being used?
Answer: Simulation-based learning
Simulation-based learning places students in realistic professional scenarios to practice skills in a safe, controlled environment.
When developing CPE (Continuing Professional Education) content, which element is MOST critical to include per NASBA and AICPA standards?
Answer: Measurable learning objectives aligned to competencies
NASBA/AICPA CPE standards require that programs include specific, measurable learning objectives tied to professional competencies.
A student learns auditing concepts better when they can immediately apply them to a practice scenario. This preference BEST aligns with which learning style category in Kolb's Experiential Learning Model?
Answer: Active Experimentation
Active Experimentation in Kolb's model describes learners who prefer testing concepts through direct application and hands-on practice.