The primary functions of a theory are to: a) explain past observations and predict future ...

The primary functions of a theory are to:
 
  a) explain past observations and predict future observations
  b) develop testable hypotheses and create laboratory experiments
  c) generate abstract principles and explain their application
  d) model performance and evaluate its effectiveness

Ques. 2

The first experiments in the use of the computer for education began shortly after the development of the
  personal computer.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Ques. 3

Started in the 1960's at the University of Illinois, the largest and best known of the early computer-assisted
  instruction projects was called:
 
  a) PLATO
  b) ENIAC
  c) MECC
  d) TICCIT

Ques. 4

In the early part of the 20th century, the emerging field of instructional design was characterized by:
 
  a) comparisons of behavioral and constructivist approaches to instruction
  b) early experiments on learning and attempts to define what students should know
  c) emphasis on cognitive (information processing) approaches to the design of instruction
  d) the first attempts to use computers for instruction

Ques. 5

Two influential figures in the early history of instructional design who were both at Teachers College, Columbia
  University, in the early 20th century were:
 
  a) E. L. Thorndike and John Dewey
  b) Benjamin Bloom and Ralph Tyler
  c) Robert Gagn and Jerome Bruner
  d) B. F. Skinner and Noam Chompsky

Ques. 6

The instructional plan plays a critical role in the selection and use of all other tools within the learning
  environment.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Ques. 7

Which of the following is not a purpose of the instructional plan?
 
  a) To provide a means to review possible alternative solutions to instructional problems
  b) To provide a means to select an appropriate instructional approach and media
  c) To provide a rigid systematic structure for developing instructional materials
  d) To provide information on how and when to present instructional materials

Ques. 8

Instructional design contributes to learning by:
 
  a) implementing a variety of ways of delivering information to the learner
  b) creating a plan for developing instructional materials that increase student learning
  c) accommodating varying sizes of audiences in an effective and efficient manner
  d) supplying technology hardware that enhances individual learner differences given various learning situations

Ques. 9

After a learner plans and implements various strategies within a novel learning situation, the evaluation phase of
  learning is important for the learner because:
 
  a) it illustrates teaching errors and problems
  b) it indicates where technology should optimally be employed
  c) it allows for learner reflection and possible revision
  d) all of the above