MCTs Adult Learning Theory

Question 1

What term did Malcolm Knowles use to describe the study of how adults learn, distinguishing it from pedagogy?

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Andragogy

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Pedagogy

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Heutagogy

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Synergogy

Question 2

According to Knowles' model, adults are primarily motivated by which type of orientation to learning?

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Problem-centered learning

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Subject-centered learning

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Teacher-directed learning

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Memorization-based learning

Question 3

Which level of Bloom's Taxonomy requires the highest-order cognitive skill?

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Create (Synthesis)

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Analysis

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Application

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Evaluation

Question 4

In the VARK learning styles model, what does the 'K' stand for?

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Kinesthetic

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Knowledge

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Kinaesthetic-cognitive

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Knowing

Question 5

According to Knowles, which assumption best describes an adult learner's self-concept as they mature?

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Adults move toward self-direction as they mature

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Adults prefer to be told what to learn

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Adults depend on the instructor for all direction

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Adults learn best in rigid, teacher-led environments

Question 6

Which of the following best describes 'transfer of learning' in a training context?

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The ability of learners to apply skills learned in training to their actual job

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Moving training content from one slide deck to another

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Transferring learners from one training cohort to another

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Sharing training materials between instructors

Question 7

In Kolb's Experiential Learning Cycle, which stage immediately follows 'Concrete Experience'?

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Reflective Observation

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Active Experimentation

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Abstract Conceptualization

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Diverging