Alagappa University 2006 M.Phil Education COGNITIVE PERSPECTIVES - Question Paper

M.Phil. (Education) DEGREE EXAMINATION,
DECEMBER 2007.
COGNITIVE PERSPECTIVES
(2002–2006 Batch)

Time : 3 hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (2 x 20 = 40 marks)

ans the subsequent in about 750 words every.
1. (a) Explain the various models of meta–cognition.
Or
(b) Discuss the physiological correlates of attention.
2. (a) Describe the memory activation strategies.
Or
(b) Explain the 3 main areas of meta cognition activity.

PART B — (3 × 10 = 30 marks)

ans any 3 of the subsequent in about 250 words every.
3. Explain biological implications of cognition.
4. Explain the various kinds of thinking.
5. What is the relation ranging from age and creativity?
6. Bring out the effects of unilevel and multilevel metacognitive training in educational environment.
7. Discuss the various factors on thinking.

PART C — (5 × six = 30 marks)

ans any 5 of the subsequent in about 150 words every.
8. Suggest 6 strategies for improving memory.
9. Explain distortions in perception.
10. What are the characteristics of perception?
11. Explain any 2 theories of perception.
12. Explain briefly Bloom’s Taxonomy.
13. What are the 4 steps in listening process?
14. Mention any 6 socio–linguistic intervention on language development.
15. Write a note on automatic cognitive processes.

Earning:   Approval pending.