5.2 - Nature of Learning
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Practice Questions
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What is a defining characteristic of learning?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you practice a skill.
Give an example of a temporary change in behavior.
💡 Hint: Consider feelings or states that don’t last long.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which of the following describes learning?
💡 Hint: Remember what we discussed about temporary vs. lasting changes.
True or False: Performance is synonymous with learning.
💡 Hint: Think of reciting a poem after memorization.
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Design an experiment to test learning versus performance. What methods would you use to isolate the variables?
💡 Hint: Consider how retention can vary based on the type of learning.
Using a practical example, discuss how temporary changes might incorrectly signify a lack of learning.
💡 Hint: Think of scenarios where stress impacts recall.
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