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CEC Learning Styles & Cognitive Development Flashcards

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  1. Which theorist proposed the concept of 'Zones of Proximal Development' (ZPD) to describe the range of tasks a learner can perform with guidance?

    Answer: Lev Vygotsky

    Lev Vygotsky introduced the ZPD as the distance between what a student can do independently and what they can achieve with skilled support.

  2. According to Bloom's Taxonomy (revised), which cognitive level represents the HIGHEST order of thinking?

    Answer: Creating

    In the revised Bloom's Taxonomy, 'Creating'—synthesizing information to produce something new—sits at the apex of the cognitive domain.

  3. A student consistently struggles to sit still and prefers learning through movement and hands-on activities. Which learning preference does this MOST reflect?

    Answer: Kinesthetic

    Kinesthetic learners process information best through physical activity, movement, and tactile experiences rather than passive observation or listening.

  4. Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences suggests that educators should:

    Answer: Recognize and address diverse intellectual strengths in students

    Gardner's framework argues that intelligence is multidimensional, and effective education honors students' varied strengths including musical, spatial, interpersonal, and bodily-kinesthetic abilities.

  5. Which cognitive development stage, according to Piaget, is characterized by abstract reasoning and hypothetical thinking?

    Answer: Formal Operational

    The Formal Operational stage (approximately age 12+) marks the emergence of abstract thought, logical deduction, and the ability to reason about hypothetical scenarios.

  6. What is the primary function of 'scaffolding' as an instructional strategy?

    Answer: Providing temporary, structured support that is gradually removed as learner competence grows

    Scaffolding offers learners targeted support structures—prompts, models, or partial solutions—that are systematically faded as the student gains independence.