Question

From studies in educational psychology, we know that? A student achievement increases when independent study strategies are used

B. Mixed ability grouping is more effective than same ability grouping, c. Whole group instruction is better than individual instruction

Answer 1

The correct answer is A: when independent study strategies are used.

Explanation : Independent study strategies can be defined as self centered learning or ownership of learning. Here learning strategies are personalized according to the individual learning style of the student and their preferences. According to research this helped students in Ireland achieve higher grades with student centered learning or independent study strategies.

Mixed ability groupings leads to the disadvantage that teaching doesn't occur taking into account the learning style of each individual student. Thus it doesn't help give adequate results with respect to student achievement.

The same follows for whole group instructions. Individual learning needs not students are difficult to be met in it his type of instruction. Therefore the correct answer is option A.