Question 1

According to Abraham Maslow, which type of need must be met before learning can take place?
A) friendship
B) hunger
C) self-actualization
D) self-esteem

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs posits that basic physiological needs, such as hunger, must be satisfied before higher-level needs, including learning, can be addressed.

Question 2

Kumar is a first-generation college student. Since no one else in his family attended college, he's a bit unsure about what is expected of him in college. He decides to watch the other students in his classes and observe what they do to help themselves succeed. Because of this, Kumar learns that he should interact with his professors and attend office hours when he has a question. He also makes appointments at the tutoring center whenever he is having trouble with a concept. Which theory of learning does Kumar employ?
A) theory of social learning
B) theory of transition
C) multiple intelligences
D) hierarchy of needs

Accepted Answer

Kumar is employing the theory of social learning, which suggests that people can learn new behaviors by observing others and modeling their actions. By watching other students and mimicking their strategies for success, such as interacting with professors and seeking tutoring, Kumar is utilizing social learning to navigate his college experience.

Question 3

Which individual exemplifies Schlossberg's theory of transition?
A) Gabe looks at how other students take notes.
B) Sophia learns how to succeed in her new role as a college student.
C) Katrina makes sure to carry snacks with her during the day.
D) Miguel uses the tutoring center for help with math.

Accepted Answer

Schlossberg's theory of transition focuses on how individuals adapt to changes and new roles in their lives. Sophia learning how to succeed in her new role as a college student directly aligns with this theory, as she is adapting to a significant life change.

Question 4

Which refers to the different ways that people prefer to learn?
A) learning inventories
B) learning intelligences
C) learning disabilities
D) Am I in college to prepare for immediate employment?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which refers to the different ways that...

Question 5

According to the VARK Learning-Styles Inventory, what preference do you have if you learn best by drawing timelines and plotting the events covered in the lecture?
A) visual
B) aural
C) read/write
D) kinesthetic

Accepted Answer

Drawing timelines and plotting events are visual activities, which align with the visual learning preference in the VARK model. This preference involves learning through seeing graphical information and spatial understanding.

Question 6

If recopying or typing notes helps you remember the material, you MOST likely have which learning preference?
A) aural
B) visual
C) read/write
D) kinesthetic

Accepted Answer

The answer of If recopying or typing notes helps you...

Question 7

Instructors at the college level who teach face-to-face courses most commonly share information through
A) interactive labs and study guides.
B) online discussion boards.
C) lectures and the textbook.
D) social media and field trips.

Accepted Answer

Lectures and the textbook are traditional and common methods for instructors to share information in college-level face-to-face courses. These methods allow for direct instruction and a structured approach to covering the curriculum.

Question 8

Wendy wants to find out how she prefers to use her senses to learn, so she takes the VARK Learning-Styles Inventory questionnaire. After completing the questionnaire and tallying the results, she finds that she has a strong preference for the visual, aural, and read/write learning styles. Which term can be used to describe Wendy?
A) kinesthetic
B) assimilator
C) converger
D) multimodal

Accepted Answer

Wendy's preference for multiple learning styles (visual, aural, and read/write) indicates that she does not rely on just one mode of learning but rather a combination, making her a multimodal learner.

Question 9

According to the Kolb Inventory of Learning Styles, which of the following is an example of a concrete experience?
A) moving quickly from thinking to action
B) analyzing ideas intellectually and systematically
C) learning from and empathizing with others
D) explaining specific reasons for topics based on your experience

Accepted Answer

Concrete experiences involve engaging directly with the world around you, often through interactions that allow for learning from and empathizing with others. This choice best aligns with the concept of concrete experiences as defined by Kolb's theory of experiential learning, which emphasizes learning through direct experience and reflection.

Question 10

Remaining impartial while considering a situation from a number of different points of view is an example of which type of ability?
A) concrete experience
B) abstract conceptualization
C) reflective observation
D) active experimentation

Accepted Answer

Reflective observation involves looking at things from different perspectives and remaining neutral or impartial, which is key to understanding and learning from various viewpoints.

Question 11

If you adopt new behaviors despite discomfort with some learning styles, this indicates what about you?
A) You are at the peak of your learning and will not change.
B) You are unwilling to learn at this point in your life.
C) You are growing, stretching, and not relying on the easiest way to learn.
D) You are looking for the easiest method of learning.

Accepted Answer

Adopting new behaviors and learning styles, even when they are uncomfortable, indicates a willingness to grow and stretch beyond one's comfort zone, rather than sticking to the easiest or most familiar methods of learning.

Question 12

If you enjoy taking a class that involves problem solving in real case studies, which group of learners do you MOST likely belong to?
A) converger
B) assimilator
C) diverger
D) accommodator

Accepted Answer

Convergers are characterized by their ability to solve problems and make decisions through finding solutions to questions or problems. They excel in practical, task-oriented situations and prefer technical tasks over social or interpersonal issues. This learning style is associated with the ability to apply ideas in specific situations, which aligns with enjoying classes that involve problem-solving in real case studies.

Question 13

Which is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator designed to test?
A) basic personality characteristics
B) your likes and dislikes
C) your preferences for learning
D) intelligence

Accepted Answer

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is designed to assess basic personality characteristics by categorizing individuals into 16 distinct personality types based on their preferences in perceiving the world and making decisions.

Question 14

Which is a characteristic of introverts?
A) being gregarious
B) being talkative
C) thinking before taking action
D) thinking out loud

Accepted Answer

Introverts are more likely to think before taking action, reflecting their tendency to process internally before expressing themselves or making decisions.

Question 15

Which is one characteristic of a "thinking type" (T) person?
A) making decisions using critical analysis
B) not being assertive when appropriate
C) being reluctant to tackle unpleasant interpersonal tasks
D) perceiving the world based on the five senses

Accepted Answer

"Thinking type" individuals prioritize logic and objective criteria when making decisions, which involves using critical analysis. This contrasts with "Feeling type" individuals who prioritize emotions and the impact of decisions on others.

Question 16

If you like to draw maps and solve puzzles, the theory of multiple intelligences indicates that you are which kind of learner?
A) musical/rhythmic
B) interpersonal
C) naturalistic
D) visual/spatial

Accepted Answer

The theory of multiple intelligences, proposed by Howard Gardner, suggests that individuals who are strong in visual/spatial intelligence are good at visualizing things and often excel in activities such as drawing, solving puzzles, and reading maps. This type of intelligence involves the potential to recognize and use the patterns of wide space and more confined areas.

Question 17

A person who enjoys movement and learns new sports easily is MOST likely which kind of learner under the theory of multiple intelligences?
A) interpersonal
B) visual/spatial
C) verbal/linguistic
D) bodily/kinesthetic

Accepted Answer

The theory of multiple intelligences, proposed by Howard Gardner, suggests that individuals have different kinds of intelligences. A person who enjoys movement and learns new sports easily is most likely to have a high level of bodily/kinesthetic intelligence. This type of intelligence involves skill in using one's body to express oneself and to solve problems, indicating a natural ability in physical movement and activities.

Question 18

According to Howard Gardner, which kind of learners understand themselves well, like to work alone, and are original thinkers?
A) visual/spatial
B) bodily/kinesthetic
C) naturalistic
D) intrapersonal

Accepted Answer

Intrapersonal learners, as described by Howard Gardner in his theory of multiple intelligences, have a strong understanding of themselves, prefer solitary work, and often exhibit original thinking. This type of intelligence reflects an individual's capacity to understand and manage their own emotions and thoughts, rather than their interactions with the external world or others.

Question 19

Which kind of learners like to get away from the city and might enjoy studying botany or geology?
A) intrapersonal
B) naturalistic
C) interpersonal
D) bodily/kinesthetic

Accepted Answer

Naturalistic learners have a strong affinity for the outdoors and are interested in subjects like botany and geology, which involve studying nature and the Earth.

Question 20

Kelsey's history instructor is not very engaging. No matter how hard she tries to pay attention to his lectures, she is unable to focus. He does not write anything on the whiteboard, and he uses no visual aids. What can Kelsey do to help herself pay more attention and absorb the material?
A) She should sit in the back of the classroom.
B) She should avoid going to class and just read the textbook.
C) She should talk to other students during class and get their help.
D) She should take detailed notes and reread them to study.

Accepted Answer

Taking detailed notes can help Kelsey actively engage with the material being presented, making it easier for her to focus and absorb the information. Rereading these notes can reinforce her understanding and retention of the material.

Quiz 4: How You Learn

According to Abraham Maslow, which type of need must be met before learning can take place?

Which individual exemplifies Schlossberg's theory of transition?

Which refers to the different ways that people prefer to learn?

According to the VARK Learning-Styles Inventory, what preference do you have if you learn best by drawing timelines and plotting the events covered in the lecture?

If recopying or typing notes helps you remember the material, you MOST likely have which learning preference?

Instructors at the college level who teach face-to-face courses most commonly share information through

According to the Kolb Inventory of Learning Styles, which of the following is an example of a concrete experience?

Remaining impartial while considering a situation from a number of different points of view is an example of which type of ability?

If you adopt new behaviors despite discomfort with some learning styles, this indicates what about you?

If you enjoy taking a class that involves problem solving in real case studies, which group of learners do you MOST likely belong to?

Which is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator designed to test?

Which is a characteristic of introverts?

Which is one characteristic of a "thinking type" (T) person?

If you like to draw maps and solve puzzles, the theory of multiple intelligences indicates that you are which kind of learner?

A person who enjoys movement and learns new sports easily is MOST likely which kind of learner under the theory of multiple intelligences?

According to Howard Gardner, which kind of learners understand themselves well, like to work alone, and are original thinkers?

Which kind of learners like to get away from the city and might enjoy studying botany or geology?

Kelsey's history instructor is not very engaging. No matter how hard she tries to pay attention to his lectures, she is unable to focus. He does not write anything on the whiteboard, and he uses no visual aids. What can Kelsey do to help herself pay more attention and absorb the material?