WGU D665 — LEARNER DEVELOPMENT
& SCIENCE OF LEARNING OBJECTIVE
V1 AND V2 PRACTICE EXAMINATION 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ In Bloom's Taxonomy, which level involves defending an argument
(thesis)?.
Answer: #5: Evaluate
◍ When a student takes control of their learning by setting goals and solving
problems independently, they are employing what learning theory?.
Answer: Constructivism - Self-Directed Learning
◍ What learning theory is teacher-led and focuses on the final product rather
than the process?.
Answer: Constructivism - Cooperative Learning
◍ Which learning theory do students place information in 'same' or 'similar'
schemas?.
Answer: Cognitivism - Adaption-Assimilation(Piaget)
◍ Sensorimotor Stage.
Answer: Piaget's first stage (0-2 years) where infants explore the world via
senses and actions.
◍ Cerebellum.
Answer: Brain structure responsible for balance and motor skills.
◍ Which learning theory has teachers ask open-ended questions that students
investigate?.
Answer: Constructivism - Inquiry-Based Learning
, ◍ Which learning theory focuses on external, observable actions and responses
rather than internal, mental processes?.
Answer: Behaviorism
◍ Storage.
Answer: The retention of information over time.
◍ Spaced Practice.
Answer: A study strategy involving studying in intervals over time.
◍ What learning theory does a teacher do routine "check-ins" with to ensure
providing a safe environment?.
Answer: Humanism
◍ Humanism is a learning theory that focuses on:.
Answer: Nurturing students' overall well-being, self-esteem, and sense of
belonging and safety by conducting routine check-ins
◍ Concrete Operational.
Answer: Age: 7-11; Logical thinking about concrete events; Understand
conservation; Can classify and organize objects.
◍ Spacing & Interleaving.
Answer: Spacing out learning and mixing different content improves
retention and understanding.
◍ Which learning theory do students place information in 'created' or 'changed'
schemas?.
Answer: Cognitivism - Adaption-Accommodation(Piaget)
◍ Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt.
Answer: Age: 1-3; Basic Question: 'Can I do things by myself?'
◍ Which learning theory sees teachers break learning into manageable
step-by-step tasks and provides clear goals and feedback?.
Answer: Behaviorism - Teacher-led Direct Instruction
◍ Concrete Operational Stage.
Answer: Piaget's third stage (7-11 years) where logical thinking about
& SCIENCE OF LEARNING OBJECTIVE
V1 AND V2 PRACTICE EXAMINATION 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ In Bloom's Taxonomy, which level involves defending an argument
(thesis)?.
Answer: #5: Evaluate
◍ When a student takes control of their learning by setting goals and solving
problems independently, they are employing what learning theory?.
Answer: Constructivism - Self-Directed Learning
◍ What learning theory is teacher-led and focuses on the final product rather
than the process?.
Answer: Constructivism - Cooperative Learning
◍ Which learning theory do students place information in 'same' or 'similar'
schemas?.
Answer: Cognitivism - Adaption-Assimilation(Piaget)
◍ Sensorimotor Stage.
Answer: Piaget's first stage (0-2 years) where infants explore the world via
senses and actions.
◍ Cerebellum.
Answer: Brain structure responsible for balance and motor skills.
◍ Which learning theory has teachers ask open-ended questions that students
investigate?.
Answer: Constructivism - Inquiry-Based Learning
, ◍ Which learning theory focuses on external, observable actions and responses
rather than internal, mental processes?.
Answer: Behaviorism
◍ Storage.
Answer: The retention of information over time.
◍ Spaced Practice.
Answer: A study strategy involving studying in intervals over time.
◍ What learning theory does a teacher do routine "check-ins" with to ensure
providing a safe environment?.
Answer: Humanism
◍ Humanism is a learning theory that focuses on:.
Answer: Nurturing students' overall well-being, self-esteem, and sense of
belonging and safety by conducting routine check-ins
◍ Concrete Operational.
Answer: Age: 7-11; Logical thinking about concrete events; Understand
conservation; Can classify and organize objects.
◍ Spacing & Interleaving.
Answer: Spacing out learning and mixing different content improves
retention and understanding.
◍ Which learning theory do students place information in 'created' or 'changed'
schemas?.
Answer: Cognitivism - Adaption-Accommodation(Piaget)
◍ Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt.
Answer: Age: 1-3; Basic Question: 'Can I do things by myself?'
◍ Which learning theory sees teachers break learning into manageable
step-by-step tasks and provides clear goals and feedback?.
Answer: Behaviorism - Teacher-led Direct Instruction
◍ Concrete Operational Stage.
Answer: Piaget's third stage (7-11 years) where logical thinking about
