Educational Psychology Question Paper

Educational Psychology

Course:Bachelor Of Education

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2008/2009
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION

EPS 205: EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
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DATE: THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2009 TIME: 11.00 A.M. – 1.00 P.M.
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INSTRUCTIONS
1.
This paper has four questions.
2.
Question one is compulsory
3.
Answer any two other questions.

Q.1
a)
Fear of mathematics is a common experience among Kenya students. Explain three ways in which a teacher may be a conditioning factor causing this experience. (6 marks)
b)
Explain the concepts “negative reinforcement” and “punishment”, using relevant examples as applied in the classroom situation. (4 marks)
c)
Explain three ways psychologists use to explain loss of information which has been learnt in class. (6 marks)
d)
Explain three factors which cause individual differences among learners. (6 marks)
e)
Distinguish between the concepts “guidance” and “counseling”. (4 marks)
f)
Explain four characteristics of learners who have high achievement motivation. (4 marks)

Q.2
a)
Define personality maladjustment. (2 marks)
b)
Explain four characteristics of a learner who is maladjusted. (8 marks)
c)
Discuss the role of the media as a personality determinant affecting present day learners. (10 marks)

3.
a)
Explain the components of attitude. (6 marks)
b)
Explain four ways in which students may acquire negative attitude towards the school (6 marks)
c)
Explain three methods a teacher can use to change students negative attitude. (6 marks)

4.
a)
In reference to an education context define the term exceptional learner. (2 marks)
b)
Explain two characteristics of each of the following categories of exceptionality.
i)
Gifted and talented
ii)
Learning disabled
iii)
Visually impaired
iv)
Multiple handicap
v)
Hearing impaired
(10 marks)
c)
Explain four educational intervention measures for exceptional learners. (8 marks)

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