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JEH Quiz #1 (July/August 2008)

Featured Article:
“The Relevance of Problem-Based Instruction to 
Learning about Environmental Health”

Questions compiled by co-author

Tunde M. Akinmoladun, Ph.D., D.A.A.S., R.E.H.S/R.S., F.R.S.H

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Quiz deadline: October 1, 2008


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1.

A form of communication that is linked to approachability, sensory stimulation, and warmth in the classroom is referred to as
a. rote learning.                                                                               
b. Socratic learning.
c. redundancy.
d. immediacy.

2.

Reality-based learning is not synonymous with problem-based learning.
a. True.
b. False.

3.

All of the below enhance problem-based learning except
a. individual class projects and assignments.
b. classroom debates.
c. in-class text and PDAs.
d. field trips.

4.

Environmental health professionals ought to be invited as guest speakers or lecturers to classes for the purpose of
a. presenting the practical side of environmental issues.
b. according students with opportunities to network.
c. enhancing classroom exposure and debates.
d. enhancing their own image.

5.


Student empowerment is not synonymous with academic freedom.

a. True.
b. False.

6.

Initially, some students find the unconventional nature of problem-based instruction difficult.
a. True.
b. False.

7.

In the final analysis, the goal of problem-based instruction is to produce all of the following except
a. degree holders.
b. skilled individuals.
c. problem solvers.
d. engaged learners.

8.

Problem-based instruction is not applicable to all environmental health courses.
a. True.
b. False.

9.

The following are first-step procedures in problem-based instruction:
a. be up front with students.
b. teach course fundamentals first.
c. all of the above.
d. none of the above.

10.

Inadequate consultation and access to the instructor may frustrate the goals(s) of problem-based learning.
a. True.
b. False.

11.

Which of the following best exemplifies student empowerment in problem-based learning?
a. Hands-on learning.
b. Orthodox learning.
c. Sylvan learning.
d. Socratic learning.

12.

For problem-based learning to be successful or effectual, the class syllabus ought not to be a contract between the instructor and students.
a. True.
b. False.

 


 


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