OSAT OSAT Child Development and Learning 3

Question 1

According to Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory, which system directly encompasses the child's immediate settings such as home, school, and peer group?

Accepted Answer

Microsystem

Answer

The microsystem is the innermost layer and includes all settings in which the child directly participates, such as family, school, and peer groups.

Question 2

A child who watches an adult model behavior and later imitates it without direct reinforcement is demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Observational learning

Answer

Bandura's observational (social) learning theory explains how children acquire behaviors by observing and imitating models without direct reinforcement.

Question 3

Which developmental milestone is typically achieved by most children around 12 months of age?

Accepted Answer

Walking independently

Answer

Walking independently typically emerges around 12 months, though the normal range extends from 9 to 15 months.

Question 4

A teacher wants to support children with different learning preferences. According to Gardner's theory, which of the following would best support a child with strong bodily-kinesthetic intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Incorporating movement and hands-on activities

Answer

Children with strong bodily-kinesthetic intelligence learn best through physical activity, movement, and manipulation of objects.

Question 5

Which of the following is the BEST example of intrinsic motivation in a child's learning?

Accepted Answer

A child builds elaborate block structures out of personal curiosity

Answer

Intrinsic motivation is driven by internal interest and enjoyment rather than external rewards or the avoidance of punishment.

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OSAT OSAT Child Development and Learning 3