BFSkinner's Techniques for Programmed Instruction Involved All of the Following

question 62

Multiple Choice

B.F.Skinner's techniques for programmed instruction involved all of the following EXCEPT

• A) a subject is broken down into a series of stepwise components that are presented sequentially.
• B) the pupil receives immediate feedback as to whether a response is right or wrong.
• C) incorrect responses are counted and used as the basis of a final score on the program.
• D) the programs were administered mechanically in devices called teaching machines.

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Definitions:

Error Signal

A signal generated to indicate a discrepancy between a desired outcome and an actual outcome, used for correction in control systems.

Feedback Signal

A signal sent back to the control system from the output, used to correct or adjust the system to maintain desired performance.

Set Point

The desired or target value for a process variable in a control system.