Discussion questions
chapter 8 questions 1.
There has been a long-time and ongoing debate about the relative value of teaching students content, such as concepts, versus processes (e.g., study skills and critical thinking). Which should the schools emphasize more? Why? What do you predict will happen to this emphasis in the future?
How does the developmental level of the student (e.g., first grade versus high school) influence your answer?
How will the increasing use of computers and technology in the future influence your answer?
Question chapter 8 /2
You are going to make a presentation to parents about your emphasis on transfer in your classroom. How would you explain and defend it from a research perspective? What strategies will you propose to use?
(Minimum response of 250 words and 3 references)
chapter 9 question 1
Do all learners respond to basically the same reinforcers? Do all cultures? What implications do your answers have for teaching?
Chapter 9 question 2
Do all learners respond to basically the same reinforcers? Do all cultures? What implications do your answers have for teaching?