CCT Adult Learning Theory and Principles

Question 1

Malcolm Knowles is best known for developing which foundational concept in adult education?

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Andragogy

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Pedagogy

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Bloom's Taxonomy

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Constructivism

Question 2

Which andragogical principle states that adults need to understand why they are learning something before they engage in learning it?

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Need to know

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Self-concept

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Readiness to learn

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Motivation to learn

Question 3

In adult learning theory, 'self-directed learning' refers to adults who:

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Take initiative in diagnosing needs and setting goals for their own learning

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Prefer to study alone without any instructor

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Learn exclusively through online platforms

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Reject all forms of structured training

Question 4

Experiential learning theory, developed by David Kolb, proposes that learning is best achieved through:

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A four-stage cycle involving concrete experience and reflection

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Passive lecture and note-taking

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Memorization and repetition

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Peer grading and testing

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'readiness to learn' in Knowles' andragogy?

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Adults become ready to learn when they face a real-life developmental task or problem

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Adults learn best when they are told exactly what to study

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Readiness is measured by a pre-test score

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Adults are always ready to learn regardless of life circumstances

Question 6

According to adult learning theory, the richest resource for adult learning is:

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The learners' accumulated life and work experience

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A comprehensive textbook

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The trainer's expertise

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Standardized assessment data