CTET CTET Child Development and Pedagogy 4

Question 1

The term 'nature vs. nurture' in child development refers to the debate between:

Accepted Answer

Biological inheritance and environmental influences on development

Answer

The nature vs. nurture debate examines the relative contributions of genetic factors versus environmental experiences in shaping a child's development.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of 'negative reinforcement' in a classroom?

Accepted Answer

Removing a student's homework burden when they score well on a test

Answer

Negative reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a desired behavior.

Question 3

According to Piaget, 'accommodation' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Modifying existing schemas to incorporate new information

Answer

Accommodation occurs when existing schemas must be changed or new schemas created to fit new information that doesn't fit current schemas.

Question 4

A teacher notices a student frequently daydreams, fails to follow instructions, and makes careless mistakes in work. This may indicate:

Accepted Answer

Signs consistent with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Answer

Inattention, difficulty following instructions, and careless mistakes are hallmark symptoms of the inattentive presentation of ADHD.

Question 5

Child-centered education, as advocated by John Dewey, emphasizes:

Accepted Answer

Learning through experience, reflection, and active participation

Answer

Dewey believed that education should be grounded in real-life experience and that children learn best by doing.

CTET Exam Practice Test

CTET Exam Practice Test

CTET CTET Child Development and Pedagogy 4