Exam Preview for 31390: Adult Learning December 17, 2018

Adult Learning

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1. A popular learning styles/preferences model is named which of the following? The Ten Learning Styles BARK VARK None of the above
2. Which of the following learning styles/preferences models were addressed? The Seven Learning Styles Model of Learning Styles VARK All of the above
3. Which of the following statements about learning styles research was covered in this training? There is much evidence that supports improved learning when teaching matches learning style. There is no evidence that supports improved learning when teaching matches learning style. There is no research on learning styles. None of the above
4. Which of the following are the assumptions that Malcolm Knowles made about adult learners? Self Concept, Experience, Readiness, Practical Orientation, and Motivation Independent, Knowledgeable, Spirited Visual, Auditory, Read/Write, Tactile None of the above
5. Which of the following are possible reasons why adults may be different in their learning? Adults have had many experiences, but not the same experiences The age span for adults represents many years, thus there are differences in maturity levels Personalities, skills, and abilities influence the learning characteristics of each individual All of the above
6. Which of the following words is used interchangeably with Andragogy? Andragogy = Adult Learning Andragogy = Pedagogy Andragogy = Child Learning None of the above
7. According to Knowles, andragogy is defined as which of the following? The art and science of child education The art and science of adult learning Knowles did not define andragogy None of the above
8. Principles of adult learning by Knowles includes which of the following? Be respectful, be considerate, and be cooperative Engage, Involve, Plan, and Evaluate Involve adults in planning and evaluation; Use experiences for foundation; Offer opportunities that have immediate relevance and impact; and provide problem centered learning None of the above
9. Which of the statements below best describes adult learning strategy? Focus on the content, not the learners or teachers Focus on what the teacher does, not what happens to the learners Focus on what happens to the learners, not what the teacher does None of the above
10. Effective adult learning strategies begin with which of the following? Adult learning principles and joint ownership Goals and objectives Prescribed activities None of the above