Which teaching style is described as command style, with the teacher in control and memory as primary thinking?

• A. Command Style
• B. Reciprocal Style
• C. Problem Solving/Divergent
• D. Mental Practice

Answer: (A)

In this context, the key idea is distinguishing who leads the learning and how students think during a lesson. The description describes a setup where the teacher remains in control of what is taught, how it is demonstrated, and how practice unfolds, while learners rely mainly on recalling and repeating the correct steps. That is exactly the command style: a teacher-centered approach with direct instruction, structured routines, and emphasis on memory-based recall rather than exploration or peer feedback.

This style is often used for introducing new skills or ensuring safety and consistent technique, because it provides clear, uniform guidance. It contrasts with styles that foreground student participation and problem solving, where learners diagnose, discuss, and adapt movements, or with mental practice, which focuses on cognitive rehearsal rather than physical execution.