Question 1

A teacher implements a token economy system where students earn tokens for completing homework, which can later be exchanged for small prizes. Which learning theory is most directly applied in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

Behaviorism

Question 2

A student observes a classmate using a new method to solve a math problem and then successfully applies the same method. According to educational psychology, this is best explained by:

Accepted Answer

Social Learning Theory

Question 3

Which of the following classroom practices best reflects the principles of constructivism?

Accepted Answer

Having students design and conduct their own science experiments

Question 4

A teacher gives students the option to choose between writing an essay, creating a video, or designing a poster for their final project. This approach is most consistent with which motivational theory?

Accepted Answer

Self-Determination Theory

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a core component of Self-Determination Theory?

Accepted Answer

Punishment

Question 6

A teacher notices that a student is motivated to read more books simply because they enjoy the stories, not because of any external reward. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Intrinsic motivation

Question 7

Which of the following statements reflects a common misconception about classroom management?

Accepted Answer

Punishment is the most effective way to manage behavior

Question 8

A teacher uses peer mediation to resolve a conflict between students. This approach is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Restorative practice

Question 9

Which classroom management strategy is most likely to prevent disruptive behavior before it occurs?

Accepted Answer

Setting clear routines and expectations

Question 10

A teacher gives a quiz at the end of a unit to determine how well students have mastered the material. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Summative assessment

Question 11

Which of the following best describes reliability in the context of educational assessment?

Accepted Answer

The consistency of assessment results over time

Question 12

A teacher uses exit tickets at the end of each lesson to check for student understanding. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Formative assessment

Question 13

Which of the following best exemplifies Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in the classroom?

Accepted Answer

Offering multiple ways for students to engage with content

Question 14

An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is specifically designed for:

Accepted Answer

Students with disabilities

Question 15

Culturally responsive teaching primarily involves:

Accepted Answer

Incorporating students’ cultural experiences into lessons

Question 16

Benjamin Bloom is best known for his work on:

Accepted Answer

Hierarchy of cognitive skills (Bloom’s Taxonomy)

Question 17

Lev Vygotsky’s major contribution to educational psychology is his emphasis on:

Accepted Answer

Social interaction and the Zone of Proximal Development

Question 18

Albert Bandura is most closely associated with which of the following concepts?

Accepted Answer

Social Learning Theory and modeling

Question 19

A teacher compares each student’s test score to a predetermined standard of mastery. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Criterion-referenced assessment

Question 20

A teacher wants to ensure that an assessment accurately measures students’ understanding of scientific reasoning, not just their ability to memorize facts. Which property of assessment is the teacher most concerned with?

Accepted Answer

Validity

Educational Psychology: Core Theories, Development, and Classroom Practice

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