Which of the following statements are true in the context of classroom cybernetics?

1.It means to steer, to navigate or to govern, taking the system to a desired goal

2.It means the classroom teaching-learning process is a system whose goal is the success of the learner

3.It is constituted by constructivism, conversation theory and a feedback system

4.The term was first defined by Norbert Wiener in 1948

A1, 2, 3 and 4 ✓ Correct

B1, 2 and 4

C2, 3 and 4

D1, 2 and 3

Correct answer: (A) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation

Statement 1 is true: cybernetics means to steer, navigate or govern, guiding a system towards a desired goal.

Statement 2 is true: it treats classroom teaching and learning as a system aimed at the learner's success.

Statement 3 is true: it is built from constructivism, conversation theory and a feedback system.

Statement 4 is true: the term was first defined by Norbert Wiener in 1948.

The word cybernetics derives from a Greek root meaning steersman.

Feedback is the core mechanism that keeps such a learning system on course.

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