Theorists and Theories
What is the level of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development that many people do not reach and what does it mean?
Postconventional Level of Morality - Society's Laws and values are seen as arbitrary and particular to cultures and societies. One’s ethical principles are self-chosen and based on abstract concepts. If rules stand in the way of someone’s ethics, it’s believed that they should be broken. “Justice above the law.”
Is this an example of intrinsic or extrinsic motivation?
A child researches a topic for a project because the information they find is interesting to them
Intrinsic Motivation!
A strategy for educators where classroom time is blocked into different segments based on tasks is called?
Time-On-Task Optimization
A way teachers address problems in the classroom is to allow students to have ___ roles in the classroom?
Positive roles
What animal did Pavlov test his theory of Classical Conditioning on?
Dogs
What does the Reproduction Phase include in Bandura's Social Learning Theory?
Students try to match their behavior to the model or teacher.
Is this intrinsic or extrinsic motivation?
Students participate in class discussions when the teacher pulls out a bag of Starburst!
Extrinsic motivation!
How can Teacher Caring + Support be provided in the classroom?
Provide regular check-ins with students
Provide ways to include topics students want to discuss
Which of the following is the most proactive classroom management strategy?
A) Sending a student to the principal
B) Waiting until misbehavior occurs to respond
C) Establishing clear rules and expectations on day one
D) Ignoring all behavior until it becomes a problem
C) Establishing clear rules and expectations on day one
How many public schools are there in the United States of America?
a. 49,397
b. 95,852
c. 122,468
d. 19,329
b. 95,852
List the five tiers of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
1. Physiological Needs
2. Safety
3. Love and Belonging
4. Self-Esteem
5. Self-Actualization
Is forming a relationship with a student an aspect of intrinsic or extrinsic motivation?
Intrinsic motivation! It creates a supportive environment so the student can feel valued and motivated.
How can Time-On-Task Optimization be applied in the Classroom? (List ways to break up lesson)
Warm-Up
Interactive Instruction
Peer Practice
Review Games
Exti Ticket
What are three behavior management strategies?
1) Provide clear instructions
2) Address problems when they occur
3) enforce classroom rules
What animal did Skinner test his theory of Operant Conditioning on?
Rats
Stage 1 of Erikson's Theory of Psychosocial Development is Trust vs. Mistrust. Explain what happens if someone passes or fails this stage.
Pass - Develops trust in others and a sense of security
Fail - Leads to fear, suspicion, and a belief that the world is unreliable.
How does fostering intrinsic and extrinsic motivation help in the classroom?
-Students want to participate
-Better behavior
-Better grades
-Supports students' personal growth
List some benefits of time-on-task optimization.
Creates better classroom structure and time management
Studies show this strategy improves learning rates
Provides a designated time for students to do work
What is the 3 times rule?
What age do students start formal schooling in Finland?
a. Two
b. Five
c. Seven
d. Two
c. Seven
The Behavioral Theory, Pavlov and Skinner, includes Operant Conditioning and Classical Conditioning, what's the difference?
Classical conditioning happens when a neutral stimulus is repeatedly paired with an unconditioned stimulus, triggering a conditioned response.
Operant conditioning is when behaviors are influenced by rewards or punishments, encouraging desired actions and discouraging unwanted ones.
True or False: Extrinsic motivation helps build intrinsic motivation
False
-There's evidence that reinforcing children for certain behaviors they would have done anyway can undermine intrinsic motivation. They won't want to do the task because they want to, they do it for the reward.
How can teachers manage social dynamics in the classroom?
Observe students and their social dynamics (who’s friends and who’s not). Arrange the classroom so that students can build new relationships with peers.
What is the best way to reinforce a classroom rule?
A) Repeat it daily in a lecture
B) Model it consistently and acknowledge when it’s followed
C) Post it on the wall and never mention it again
D) Only enforce it when it’s broken
B) Model it consistently and acknowledge when it’s followed
What was the constructed environment that Skinner put the test subjects in for his Theory of Operant Conditioning?