CHE Instructional Methods & Techniques 3

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes the Socratic method as applied in a hospitality education setting?

Accepted Answer

The instructor poses probing questions to guide students toward deeper understanding

Answer

The Socratic method uses strategic questioning to challenge assumptions and stimulate reflective, critical thinking.

Question 2

An instructor uses 'think-pair-share' at the start of a revenue management lesson. What learning outcome does this primarily support?

Accepted Answer

Activation of prior knowledge and peer-to-peer articulation

Answer

Think-pair-share activates prior knowledge and promotes articulation of ideas through structured peer conversation before whole-class discussion.

Question 3

In hospitality educator training, 'scaffolding' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Providing temporary instructional support that is gradually removed as competence grows

Answer

Scaffolding offers guided support—hints, models, or prompts—that is withdrawn as the learner gains independence.

Question 4

A hotel training manager conducts a demonstration of proper tableside service, then has trainees immediately attempt the same task. This sequence follows which instructional principle?

Accepted Answer

Modeling followed by guided practice

Answer

Modeling followed by guided practice applies Bandura's social learning theory—observe, then replicate with support.

Question 5

Which term describes instruction where learners work at their own pace through pre-sequenced content, typically using branching logic to address mistakes?

Accepted Answer

Programmed instruction

Answer

Programmed instruction delivers self-paced, step-by-step content with immediate feedback and corrective branches on wrong answers.

(CHE) Certified Hospitality Educator Practice Test

(CHE) Certified Hospitality Educator Practice Test

CHE Instructional Methods & Techniques 3