Transfer of Learning
Psychology ⇒ Learning and Memory
Transfer of Learning starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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A student learns to solve math problems using a specific formula. Later, the student is able to apply the same formula to solve physics problems. What type of transfer is this?
A student who learned to play the violin finds it difficult to learn the guitar because the finger positions are different. What type of transfer is this?
A student who learned to solve quadratic equations in mathematics is unable to apply the same method in physics problems. What type of transfer is this?
A student who learns to write essays in English is able to write reports in history class more effectively. What type of transfer is this?
A student learns to solve math problems using a specific formula. Later, the student is able to apply the same formula to solve physics problems. What type of transfer is this?
A student who learned to play the violin finds it difficult to learn the guitar because the finger positions are different. What type of transfer is this?
A student who learned to solve quadratic equations in mathematics is unable to apply the same method in physics problems. What type of transfer is this?
A student who learns to write essays in English is able to write reports in history class more effectively. What type of transfer is this?
Which of the following best describes positive transfer of learning? (1) Learning one skill helps in learning another, (2) Learning one skill hinders learning another, (3) Learning one skill has no effect on another, (4) Learning is not transferred at all.
Which of the following best explains why transfer of learning may fail to occur? (1) Lack of motivation, (2) Dissimilarity between tasks, (3) Poor teaching methods, (4) All of the above
Which of the following best illustrates far transfer? (1) Using algebra to solve a geometry problem, (2) Applying teamwork skills learned in sports to a group project, (3) Typing on a computer after learning to use a typewriter, (4) Reading a new language after learning a similar one.
Which of the following is a strategy to promote transfer of learning? (1) Rote memorization, (2) Encouraging critical thinking, (3) Isolating subjects, (4) Limiting practice to one context
Fill in the blank: According to cognitive theories, transfer of learning is enhanced when learners ______ the underlying principles of tasks.
Fill in the blank: According to the theory of formal discipline, studying subjects like Latin or mathematics is believed to improve ______ abilities.
Fill in the blank: The ability to apply knowledge learned in one subject to another subject is called ______ transfer.
Fill in the blank: The process of applying knowledge or skills learned in one context to a different context is called ______.
True or False: Negative transfer occurs when previous learning interferes with new learning.
True or False: The more similar two learning situations are, the greater the likelihood of transfer.
True or False: Transfer of learning can be both intentional and unintentional.
True or False: Transfer of learning can be measured and assessed.
