Scaffolding in Education QuizOnline version Test your knowledge on scaffolding techniques in education! by Daniel Duke 1 What is the primary purpose of scaffolding in education? a To reduce teacher involvement. b To limit student creativity. c To create competition among students. d To support students' learning and skill development. 2 Who introduced the concept of scaffolding in education? a Skinner and Bandura. b Piaget and Vygotsky. c Wood, Bruner, and Ross. d Gardner and Dewey. 3 Which of the following is a key feature of scaffolding? a Immediate feedback. b Fixed learning paths. c Standardised testing. d Gradual removal of support. 4 Scaffolding is most effective when it is tailored to: a Only advanced learners. b The individual needs of students. c A one-size-fits-all approach. d Only struggling learners. 5 Which strategy is NOT considered scaffolding? a Using guiding questions. b Assigning homework without guidance. c Modeling problem-solving. d Providing graphic organisers. 6 What role does a teacher play in scaffolding? a Facilitator and guide. b Passive observer. c Strict disciplinarian. d Sole authority figure. 7 Which of these is an example of scaffolding? a Lecturing for hours. b Giving students a final exam. c Breaking tasks into smaller steps. d Assigning group projects without support. 8 What is a potential benefit of scaffolding? a Higher dropout rates. b Less collaboration. c Increased student confidence. d Decreased engagement. 9 In scaffolding, what does 'fading' refer to? a Increasing complexity of tasks. b Gradually reducing assistance. c Providing constant support. d Eliminating assessments. 10 Which learning theory is closely associated with scaffolding? a Cognitivism. b Constructivism. c Behaviorism. d Humanism.
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