RCI Learning Theories & Psychology 3

Question 1

A student who learned swimming safety last year quickly relearns updated rescue techniques. This phenomenon is best explained by:

Accepted Answer

Savings in relearning

Answer

Savings in relearning shows that prior learning reduces the time and effort needed to relearn related material.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes intrinsic motivation in an instructor certification course?

Accepted Answer

Wanting to improve personal teaching skills

Answer

Intrinsic motivation comes from internal satisfaction or personal growth, not external rewards or avoidance of punishment.

Question 3

According to gestalt principles, why do instructors use 'whole-part-whole' lesson structures?

Accepted Answer

People perceive and understand wholes before isolated parts

Answer

Gestalt psychology holds that learners make better sense of parts when they first understand the overall picture.

Question 4

A Red Cross instructor shortens lecture segments to 10-minute blocks. This decision is based on awareness of:

Accepted Answer

Attention span limitations and cognitive fatigue

Answer

Sustained attention declines after approximately 10–15 minutes, so shorter segments combat cognitive fatigue and maintain engagement.

Question 5

Which domain of learning is primarily targeted when a student practices proper mask seal technique on a training manikin?

Accepted Answer

Psychomotor domain

Answer

Physical skill execution such as mask placement involves the psychomotor domain of learning.

(RCI) Red Cross Instructor Certification Practice Test