Social learning theory emphasizes the importance of:
a. intelligence.
b. operant conditioning.
c. parenting.
d. role models.
Ques. 2Psychosocial theory argues that:
a. behavior is determined not by positive relationships but by the more memorable negative ones.
b. humans have a hierarchy of basic needs, peaking with a need for self-actualization.
c. social interactions are more important than sexual drives in explaining personality development.
d. social interactions are probably the least important aspect in explaining relationships.
Ques. 3Which of the following is the best definition of theory?
a. An attempt to explain possibilities
b. An interesting scientific pursuit for the truth
c. Information based on large numbers of subjects, e.g., children
d. Principles used to interpret circumstances
Ques. 4Maslow's concept of self-actualization would be an example of:
a. behavioral theory.
b. humanistic theory.
c. psychoanalytic theory.
d. psychosocial theory.
Ques. 5A set of guidelines educating teachers and professionals who work with young children was originally developed in 1982 by:
a. the Child Development Associate National Credentialing Program.
b. the Early Childhood Education and Development program.
c. the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
d. the United States Department of Education.
Ques. 6Which theory emphasizes the importance of role models and significant adults in children's lives?
a. behaviorist theory.
b. maturation theory.
c. neo-constructivist theory.
d. social learning theory.
Ques. 7Because of the focus on the influence of environments and interdependent systems, bioecological systems theory is referred to as a:
a. contextual theory.
b. maturational theory.
c. psychoanalytic theory.
d. social learning theory.
Ques. 8Which of the following scholars/philosophers were instrumental in dispelling the notion that children were simply miniature adults?
a. Charles Darwin
b. Jean Jacques Rousseau
c. Johann Pestalozzi
d. John Locke