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Tps 202: Psychology Of Teaching And Learning Question Paper

Tps 202: Psychology Of Teaching And Learning

Course:Bachelor Of Education

Institution: South Eastern Kenya University question papers

Exam Year:2016

SOUTH EASTERN KENYA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2016/2017
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
EDUCATION
TPS 202: PSYCHOLOGY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

13TH DECEMBER, 2016 TIME: 1.30-3.30 P.M

INSTRUCTIONS
This paper has FIVE questions. Answer question ONE, and any other TWO

Question One
(a) Define the term “learning” clearly showing the main aspects (2 marks)
(b) Explain the educational implications of social-learning theory in teaching-learning
situation (6 marks)
(c) Learned information can be forgotten due to several factors. Discuss any three. (6 marks)
(d) By use of examples for each, show the difference between negative and positive transfer of
learning (6 marks)
(e) By use of examples distinguish between Negative reinforcement and punishment (3 marks)
(f) Discuss two ways in which classical conditioning can be applied in a classroom situation
when teaching mathematics (4 marks)
(g) Explain three ways a teacher can improve achievement motivation among learners (3marks)

Question Two
(a) Define the term classroom management (2 marks)
(b)Explain five causes of behavior problems by learners in school setting (10 marks)
(c) Using examples discuss four behavior modification techniques you could use in a classroom
situation.
(8 marks)
Question Three
(a)Explain the working of long term memory in relation to learning (6 marks)
(b) Discuss three ways a teacher can improve memory of learners for the learnt content (6marks)
(c) Discuss four methods a teacher can use in changing attitudes of learners (8 marks)

Question Four
(a)Using examples explain ratio and interval schedule of reinforcement (8 marks)
(b)Discuss the differences between the classical and operant conditioning (6 marks)
(c)Explain four reasons why punishment is not an effective method of behavior change
(6 marks)

Question Five
(a) Identify four characteristics of a gifted learner (4 marks)
(b) Explain six problems associated with giftedness in a school setting ( 6 marks)
(c) Discuss the challenges of integrating exceptional learners with regular students in a school set up (10 marks)

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