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This section includes 18 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Education and Teaching knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
1. |
From the sequence given below, identify the correct one regarding the evolution of distance education programmes in India. |
A. | Open learning, Correspondence courses, e-learning, Distance learning |
B. | Corresponding courses, Distance learning, Open learning e-learning |
C. | Distance learning, Correspondence courses, e-learning, Open learning |
D. | Correspondence courses, e-learning, Distance learning, Open learning |
Answer» C. Distance learning, Correspondence courses, e-learning, Open learning | |
2. |
In the instructional design based on Skinner's theory of reinforcement, which of the following set of activities are appropriate? |
A. | Step by step presentation of learning material, student response and, the immediacy of feedback |
B. | Planning, acting and observing |
C. | Instructional objectives, planning of teaching-learning systems evaluation |
D. | Asking question, Guiding and Evaluating |
Answer» B. Planning, acting and observing | |
3. |
Given below are two statementsStatement I: Programmed Instructional material uses active responding and immediate feedback as important principles for learning Statement II: Skinner's reinforcement principle is the basis for the preparation of linear types of programmed instructional materialIn light of the above statement, choose the correct answer from the option given below |
A. | Both statement I and statement II are true |
B. | Both statement I and statement II are false |
C. | Statement I is true but statement II is false |
D. | Statement I is false but statement II is true |
Answer» B. Both statement I and statement II are false | |
4. |
Communication becomes difficult in which of the following situations?a) Difference of opinion between employee and employerb) Difference in the nature of work allotted and donec) Difference of opinion between employees at workd) Difference of treatment given to employeese) Difference of language spoken by employeesChoose the most appropriate answer from the options given below: |
A. | a, b, d only |
B. | a b, c only |
C. | a, c, e only |
D. | a, c, d only |
Answer» C. a, c, e only | |
5. |
Five E's instructional model of constructivism has been developed on the basis of which of the following theoretical basis of learning? |
A. | Learning emerges from the sequence of events in a class |
B. | Learning occurs through the search for epistemological structure of understanding |
C. | Learning is contingent upto the socio-emotional environment in the class |
D. | Learning is perceived as a change in behaviour as a result of teacher motivation |
Answer» C. Learning is contingent upto the socio-emotional environment in the class | |
6. |
Combination of both face to face and traditional classroom methods with e-learning is used to create a hybrid approach to teaching which is called as: |
A. | Distance learning |
B. | Blended learning |
C. | Synchronous learning |
D. | Asynchronous learning |
Answer» C. Synchronous learning | |
7. |
Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.Assertion A): Information systems support promotion of research, development and innovation related growth of a country.Reason R): Information is the basic input to the developmentIn the light of the above Statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below: |
A. | Both A) and R) are correct and R) is the correct explanation of A) |
B. | Both A) and R) are correct but R) is not the correct explanation of A) |
C. | is correct but R) is not correct |
D. | is not correct but R) is correct |
Answer» B. Both A) and R) are correct but R) is not the correct explanation of A) | |
8. |
For the use of 'online libraries' in an effective manner, which of the following poses a potential threat to quality? |
A. | Non-availability of online repositories |
B. | Non-availability of E-portfolios |
C. | Need of qualified librarian |
D. | Lack of technical skill of the user |
Answer» E. | |
9. |
Below are given two sets in which set I gives the names of proponents of constructivist approach while set II offers the recommended procedures for knowledge construction.Set I(Proponents)Set II(Knowledge construction procedure)(a) Jean Piaget(i) activation, maintenance and direction based exploratory learning approach(b) Gerome Burner(ii) advanced organizer, expository organiser and comparative organizers based learners approach(c) David Ausubel(iii) peer group based interactive and social learning approach(d) Lev Vygotsky(iv) assimilation, accommodation and adoption based cognitive approach Select the correct option from the following. |
A. | (a)-(iv), (b)-(i), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iii) |
B. | (a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(i), (d)-(ii) |
C. | (a)-(ii), (b)-(iii), (c)-(iv), (d)-(i) |
D. | (a)-(i), (b)-(ii), (c)-(iii), (d)-(iv) |
Answer» B. (a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(i), (d)-(ii) | |
10. |
From the list of statements given below which of them indicate the meaning, purpose and scope of Educational Technology. Give your answer by selecting from the code.(a) ET optimises learning outcomes.(b) ET reduces the cost of education.(c) ET is user friendly.(d) ET ensures effectiveness of learning outcomes.(e) ET has a tremendous role in rendering teaching-learning systems effort effective.(f) ET is the outcome of communication’s network. |
A. | (a), (b) and (c) |
B. | (d), (e) and (f) |
C. | (b), (c) and (f) |
D. | (a), (d) and (e) |
Answer» E. | |
11. |
Optimum use of the ‘Principle of successive approximation’ has been empirically demonstrated through which model of instruction? |
A. | Model of school learning |
B. | Programmed instructional model |
C. | Concept attainment model |
D. | Basic teaching model |
Answer» C. Concept attainment model | |
12. |
In programmed learning who is said to be the proponent of ‘Adaptive programming’ ? |
A. | Skinner |
B. | Gilbert |
C. | Crowder |
D. | Mager |
Answer» D. Mager | |
13. |
Below are given the two sets, Set-I lists the models of instructional design and Set-II contains their explanations: Set-I(Models)Set-II(Explanations)(a) ADDIE(i) It starts with instructional goals and ends with summative evaluation(b) ASSURE(ii) Catering for the specific needs of every learner rather than using general resources(c) Gagne(iii) A process that offers a step-by-step framework to assess training and educational material(d) Dick and Carey(iv) Emphasis on information processing of mental events and learning outcome Match the two sets and indicate your answer from the options given below: |
A. | (a) - (i), (b) - (iii) c - (ii), (d) - (iv) |
B. | (a) - (iii), (b) -(ii), (c) - (iv), (d) - (i) |
C. | (a) - (iv), (b) - (i), (c) - (iii), (d)- (ii) |
D. | (a) - (ii), (b) - (iv), (c) - (i), (d) - (iii) |
Answer» C. (a) - (iv), (b) - (i), (c) - (iii), (d)- (ii) | |
14. |
In which of the programmed instructional design, the sequence of frames follows a demonstrate, prompt and release pattern? |
A. | Linear programmes |
B. | Branching programmes |
C. | Mathetic programmes |
D. | Computer assisted learning and teaching programmes |
Answer» D. Computer assisted learning and teaching programmes | |
15. |
According to Bruner discovery approach is a must for learning with components of which of the following? |
A. | Activation, maintenance and direction |
B. | Stimulus situation, response and reinforcement |
C. | Assimilation, accomodation and adaptation |
D. | Self-motivation, beliefs, self-control and self-reaction |
Answer» B. Stimulus situation, response and reinforcement | |
16. |
A teacher presents information by accessing from E-learning portals while displaying confidence in the domain of concerned knowledge. This may involve which of the following? |
A. | Non-observance of ethicality |
B. | Inappropriate information coverage |
C. | Lack of harmony and relevance |
D. | Lack of technical skill |
Answer» B. Inappropriate information coverage | |
17. |
In the following descriptive statements, identify those which relate to the concept of Educational Technology (ET). Choose the correct answer from the code given below.(i) ET is a network of techniques for promoting effective learning conditions.(ii) The maximum use of hardware is called ET.(iii) Focussing on development of software is called ET.(iv) ET is used for enhancing student participation in the classroom.(v) ET optimises learning outcomes with the use of a number of instrumentalities.(vi) Designing of effective teaching learning outcomes is facilitated by ET. |
A. | (i), (ii) and (iii) |
B. | (ii), (iii) and (iv) |
C. | (i), (v) and (vi) |
D. | (iii), (iv) and (vi) |
Answer» D. (iii), (iv) and (vi) | |
18. |
Creative common licensing allows the users toa) Use the Educational Contextb) Remix the Educational Contentc) Remember the Educational Contentd) Redistribute the Educational contentChoose the most appropriate answer from the options given below: |
A. | a, c and d only |
B. | c, d and a only |
C. | a, b and d only |
D. | b, c and d only |
Answer» D. b, c and d only | |