Question 1

Which one of the following statements best describes the usefulness of a concept map?

Accepted Answer

A concept map helps students visualize and organize information, showing the relationships between different concepts, which aids in understanding and memory retention.

Question 2

Which one of the following illustrates the self-imposed contingencies aspect of self-regulation?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Many children lack metacognitive knowledge. This is reflected in the fact that they:

Accepted Answer

Metacognitive knowledge involves understanding how to learn and regulate one's own learning processes. Children lacking this knowledge often don't know effective learning strategies.

Question 4

Which one of the following is the best example of a covert (rather than overt)strategy that a student might use while studying a textbook chapter?

Accepted Answer

A covert strategy involves internal cognitive processes that are not directly observable, such as focusing attention and preventing mind-wandering while reading.

Question 5

Which one of the following examples best illustrates involvement of a central executive in the human memory system?

Accepted Answer

The central executive is responsible for higher-level cognitive processes such as planning, decision-making, and problem-solving. Brigette planning how to prepare for a history test involves these processes.

Question 6

Three of the following are aspects of self-regulation as psychologists define the term. Which one is not necessarily an aspect of self-regulation?

Accepted Answer

Reading an assigned textbook chapter is not necessarily an aspect of self-regulation, as it can be done without self-regulation, such as when it is done out of obligation or external pressure rather than self-directed motivation or control.

Question 7

Maria is what psychologists would describe as a self-regulating person when it comes to her moral behavior. Given this information,which one of the following descriptions best describes Maria's moral behavior?

Accepted Answer

Maria's self-regulation in moral behavior implies she has an internal set of standards and feels guilty when she violates them, indicating her behavior is guided by her own moral compass.

Question 8

Claire is 9 years old and in fourth grade. Considering the aspects of self-regulation typically seen at different grade levels,which one of the following is most likely to be true for Claire?

Accepted Answer

At Claire's age, children typically begin to develop a sense of guilt when they do something wrong, as they are becoming more aware of social norms and expectations.

Question 9

Mark often comes to school wearing sandals instead of sneakers on days that he has physical education. He is getting angry with himself for continually forgetting the necessary footwear. His teacher suggests that he treat himself to an hour of television only on days when he has remembered to wear sneakers. Mark's teacher is suggesting that Mark use:

Accepted Answer

The teacher is suggesting that Mark use a self-imposed contingency by rewarding himself with television time only when he remembers to wear sneakers, thus creating a condition for the reward.

Question 10

Which one of the following best illustrates a concept map?

Accepted Answer

Alexandra's concept map illustrates the relationships between different concepts related to physics.

Question 11

Three of the following are characteristics of self-regulated learning. Which one is not necessarily a characteristic associated with self-regulated learning?

Accepted Answer

Following directions to achieve the teacher's instructional objectives is more about compliance and adherence to external guidance rather than self-regulation, which involves personal goal setting and self-directed strategies.

Question 12

Several students in Mr. Samber's class have trouble keeping themselves on task during independent seatwork assignments. Mr. Samber gives each of these students a sheet of paper on which they are to make a check mark every time they find themselves doing something other than their assignment during seatwork time. Mr. Samber is applying which one of the following concepts?

Accepted Answer

Self-monitoring involves individuals tracking their own behaviors, in this case, students making check marks when they are off-task.

Question 13

In a science lesson on heat,Ms. Jones explains that heat is the result of molecules moving back and forth very quickly and that gases are heated more quickly than liquids. The next day she asks her class the following four questions. Which one requires a complex cognitive process?

Accepted Answer

This question requires students to apply their understanding of heat transfer and environmental factors, which involves higher-order thinking and analysis.

Question 14

In which one of the following examples is metacognition most clearly illustrated?

Accepted Answer

Metacognition involves awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes. Fran's ability to guess how much of a book she will remember later demonstrates her awareness of her own memory capabilities, which is a key aspect of metacognition.

Question 15

Which one of the following teacher questions or statements asks students to engage in a complex cognitive process?

Accepted Answer

The question asks students to use their knowledge of snakes and climate to make a prediction, which requires complex cognitive processes such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.

Question 16

Three of the following are examples of comprehension monitoring. Which one is not?

Accepted Answer

Looking at headings and subheadings before reading is a helpful pre-reading strategy, but it is not an example of comprehension monitoring. The other choices involve actively checking and assessing understanding during or after reading.

Question 17

Tammy tells Mr. Brookes that she really wants to do well in his government class,but she doesn't seem to study the right things and so always get low scores on quizzes and tests. Before the next test,the two of them meet after school and create a list of questions she should try to answer as she reads and studies. This situation can best be described as:

Accepted Answer

Co-regulated learning involves a student and teacher working together to create a plan for the student's learning.

Question 18

Which one of the following is the best illustration of metacognition?

Accepted Answer

Metacognition involves awareness and regulation of one's own learning processes. Connie's self-quizzing to check her understanding and address her difficulties with dates is an example of metacognitive strategy.

Question 19

Jeffrey needs to study for an upcoming exam. He does a number of things to prepare for the exam,four of which are listed below. Three of these illustrate metacognition. Which one reflects little if any metacognitive activity?

Accepted Answer

Directing his eyes to the first page of his textbook is a basic physical action and does not involve the self-awareness or regulation of one's cognitive processes, which is characteristic of metacognition.

Question 20

Natalie is sometimes too impulsive when she answers multiple-choice questions on standardized achievement tests: She picks an answer before she has even read all the alternatives. Natalie knows she has a problem and would really like to change her behavior. The concept we can best use to help Natalie is:

Accepted Answer

Self-instructions can help Natalie by providing her with a structured way to guide her thinking and behavior, encouraging her to slow down and consider all options before making a choice.

Quiz 3: Complex Cognitive Processes