Child Development and Pedagogy MCQ - CDP MCQ - Section 1

41 The stage of cognitive development, according to Piaget, in which child displays 'object permanence' is

Sensori Motor is the first stage of Piaget's theory of cognitive development. It extends from birth to approximately 2 years. The main development during this stage is the understanding that objects exist and events occur in the world independently of one's own actions (object permanence). Object permanence means knowing that an object still exists, even if it is hidden. It requires the ability to form a menal representation (i.e. a schema) of the object.

42 Role of a teacher in the process of learning is that of

The role of a teacher in the process of learning is that of facilitator: leading discussions, asking open-ended questions, guiding process and task, and enabling active participation of learners and enagagement with ideas.

43 Which one of the following is an example of a fine motor skill?

Fine motor skills are smallers actions than motor skills such as picking up small objects and holding a spoon, that use small muscles of the fingers, toes, wrists, lips and tongue. Thus, it is writing that shows fine motor skills.

44 A teacher never gives answers to questions herself. She encourages her students to suggest answers, have group discussions and adopt collaborative learning. This approach is based on the principle of

Active participation involves active learning through group discussions, asking students to suggest answers, adopt collaborative learning.

45 A child has mental age 12 yr and chronological age of 10 yr. His IQ will be

IQ is Intelligence Quotient. It is calculated as per the ratio of intelligence and average calculated in any group. It is coined by psychologist William Stern. IQ scores are used for educational assessment and aptitude tests. It varies from person to person.