What is functional fixedness?
What will be an ideal response?
Functional fixedness is the inability to realize that something known to have a particular use also may be used to perform other functions. Functional fixedness prevents us from solving new problems by using old tools in novel ways. Becoming free of functional fixedness is what first allowed people to use a reshaped coat hanger to get into a locked car. It is also what first allowed thieves to pick simple spring door locks with a credit card.
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Educational psychology research offers strong support for which of the following instructional practices?
a. giving students positive reinforcement when their performance meets or exceeds the teacher's objectives b. teaching students how to improve their own learning skills c. having students work cooperatively in small learning groups d. All of these answers.
Discipline is most effective when provided to children within an atmosphere of nurturance
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following can significantly affect family functioning?
A.more participation in recreational activities B.less energy caring for other siblings of the child with ASD C.more connections with other parents of children with ASD D.fewer childcare demands
A majority of mothers with children under age 6 are currently employed.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false