Ms. Sharp wants her students to use what they learn in their psychology class to interact with other people more effectively. Given what we know about factors that promote transfer, which one of the following teaching strategies is most likely to accomplish this objective?
a. Present a prototype of how effective interaction occurs.
b. Have students describe behaviors that might promote effective interaction.
c. Have students apply effective interaction skills in role-playing situations.
d. Ask questions that encourage students to review the basic principles they have learned about human interaction.
Question 2
Mary's parents want her to study advanced mathematics as a way of helping her remember her lines in theater productions. Considering research on transfer, are Mary's parents correct? Will studying advanced mathematics help Mary learn her lines more readily?
a. Probably
b. Only if Mary studies mathematics for an extended period of time
c. Only if Mary studies abstract concepts
d. Probably not
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