CTET Child Development and Pedagogy Flashcards
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The term 'nature vs. nurture' in child development refers to the debate between:
Answer: Biological inheritance and environmental influences on development
The nature vs. nurture debate examines the relative contributions of genetic factors versus environmental experiences in shaping a child's development.
Which of the following is an example of 'negative reinforcement' in a classroom?
Answer: Removing a student's homework burden when they score well on a test
Negative reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a desired behavior.
According to Piaget, 'accommodation' refers to:
Answer: Modifying existing schemas to incorporate new information
Accommodation occurs when existing schemas must be changed or new schemas created to fit new information that doesn't fit current schemas.
A teacher notices a student frequently daydreams, fails to follow instructions, and makes careless mistakes in work. This may indicate:
Answer: Signs consistent with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Inattention, difficulty following instructions, and careless mistakes are hallmark symptoms of the inattentive presentation of ADHD.
Child-centered education, as advocated by John Dewey, emphasizes:
Answer: Learning through experience, reflection, and active participation
Dewey believed that education should be grounded in real-life experience and that children learn best by doing.
Which type of play, identified by Mildred Parten, involves children playing alongside each other without interaction?
Answer: Parallel play
Parallel play occurs when children play near each other using similar materials but do not directly interact or coordinate.
In the context of special education, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is designed to:
Answer: Provide a personalized learning plan for students with disabilities
An IEP is a legally mandated document that outlines customized educational goals, services, and accommodations for a student with a disability.