Quiz 1 DSCI 5431
A
A teacher who is critically demanding may A. be firm but warm B. change his expectations from week to week C. vary her expectations for athletes D. want to be friends with the students
D
Checking for understanding means A. determining if students are ready for the instruction B. determining if students are interested in the instruction C. assessing students before the instruction is given D. assessing students to see if they understand the instruction
D
PCK refers to A. knowing about the content of physical education B. knowing how students learn C. designing lessons that best match the students' abilities and interests D. all of these
A
Pedagogical knowledge is: A. knowing about teaching B. knowing about the content C. knowing about students and how they learn D. knowing what and how to teach specific students
B
Playing official regulation sports in elementary school physical education is an example of ________________ physical education. A. student-centered B. subject-centered C. rubrics-based D. formative assessment in
A
Stereotypes can: A. cause teachers to disregard individual differences B. be harmless because students don't notice them C. cause teachers to treat students fairly D. cause teachers to treat students all the same
B
Successful physical education teachers avoid which of the following? A. being critically demanding B. disciplining inconsistently C. posting rules D. practicing protocols
D
Successful teachers develop positive learning environments by doing all of the following EXCEPT: A. designing a management system in advance B. communicating and practicing protocols with students C. monitoring and correcting students quickly and consistently D. focusing on harsh consequences if students misbehave
B
The best time to present a cue is when: A. a task is too easy B. students need to improve performance C. a task is not understood D. students appear bored
A
After the students practice dribbling in self-space, the teacher says, "Now I want you to begin dribbling and traveling around the general space." This is an example of: A. a task B. informing students C. a challenge D. a cue
E.
Teaching the same lesson content to every grade levels assumes: A. that all students have identical skill levels B. that all students are interested in the same content C. that the same lesson works for every grade level D. that the teacher is too lazy or doesn't have the background to plan student-centered lessons E. all of these
B
Teaching the same lesson to all third-grade classes is an example of _________________ physical education. A. student-centered B. subject-centered C. quality D. standards-based
C
Throughout the book are references to S1, S2, S3, S4, or S5. These refer to A. offensive and defensive B. the five national physical education standards C. five strategies for planning effective lessons D. technology tips throughout the book
E
Time analysis is used to determine how much time students spend in all of the following categories EXCEPT A. management B. activity C. instruction D. waiting E. closure
A
Which of the following is the BEST reason to use calisthenics in physical education? A. to help students learn to do certain exercises correctly B. to help students warm up for the class lesson C. to help students improve their flexibility D. to help students improve their motor skills
D
Which of the following is the best description of an instant activity? A. calisthenics done at the beginning of a lesson B. lap running C. a short activity done after the skill practice portion of a lesson D. a class activity done immediately at the beginning of a lesson
B
Which of the following is the best description of scaffolding? A. describing the purpose of the lesson B. linking past and future lessons C. building students' skills D. helping teachers develop lesson ideas
B
Which of the following most clearly demonstrates basic skill in non-locomotor body management? a. Hopping up and down b. Standing on a balance beam c. Leaping with variation in distance d. Throwing an object various distances
A.
Which of the following statements about observation in a physical education class is true? A. Most teachers can learn to observe accurately with practice. B. Observation is easy with 25 students. C. Observation is important for safety but not for quality of movement. D. Observation is not important in a student-centered program. E. all of these
A
Which of the following statements is NOT true of challenges? A. Challenges change the tasks. B. Challenges align with the tasks and cues. C. Challenges are often fun. D. A lesson can be successful with no challenge.
C
11. When teaching a new skill for a particular sport, the teacher should do which of the following first? A. Provide drills to lead up to the skill B. Have students practice the skill C. Introduce the skill D. Provide feedback to correct errors
C
14. Which of the following make up the four components, or principles, of training and exercise? A. Health, skill, body composition and flexibility B. Speed, power, balance and coordination C. Frequency, intensity, time and type of activity D. Agility, reaction time, endurance and strength
A
Adjusting the number of defenders in a task is best accomplished with: A. an uneven number of offensive and defensive players (e.g., 3v1) B. large-sided games C. an even number of offensive and defensive players D. skilled players against unskilled players
E.
All of the following are effective observation techniques described in the chapter EXCEPT: A. observing one cue at a time B. visitor observation C. scanning D. back to the wall E. keeping score
D
All of the following techniques can help students understand scaffolding EXCEPT A. posting the yearly outline of the curriculum B. posting the physical education vocabulary C. having students use notebooks D. consistently perform calisthenics
A
Communication techniques used to involve students in an instant activity as quickly as possible when they enter the gym include all of the following EXCEPT A. lining up and waiting for directions B. verbal reminders from the teacher C. student-designed routines D. music E. posters and bulletin boards
D
Content development refers to: A. a logical progression of tasks B. cues that help students learn the skills C. challenges designed to maintain the interest of the students in learning the cues D. all of these E. none of these
A
Which of the following is NOT an example of a protocol used in physical education? A. Writing a lesson plan B. entering the class C. Stopping on a signal D. getting equipment E. forming partners
B
Which of the following is an uncontrollable factor that can affect a person's health? a. Diet b. Heredity c. Smoking d. Stress
A or B
21. The use of anabolic-androgenic steroids is known to deepen the voice and increase the growth of body hair, muscle size and aggression. Which of the following are the main reasons for the changes? Select all that apply. A. The substances are nearly identical to male sex hormones B. The substances function in the human body as testosterone C. The substances are nearly identical to carbohydrates D. The substances speed up cell metabolism
A B C
23. When preparing lesson plan objectives, the physical education teacher should refer to which of the following? Select all that apply. A. National standards B. Local curricula C. State standards D. United States Bill of Rights
A
27. In the 1980s, high-visibility intercollegiate sports (e.g., Division I football, baseball and basketball) led to which of the following postcollegiate outcomes for men and women on full athletic scholarships? A. Professional sports careers for fewer than 5 percent of men and women B. Professional sports careers for about 50 percent of men and women C. College and professional coaching, management and ownership opportunities for 75 percent of men and women D. Professional sports careers for the majority of men but not for women
C
4. Delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is typically associated with which of the following types of muscle contractions? A. Isometric B. Concentric C. Eccentric D. Co-contraction
C
6. Which of the following activities is considered an open skill? A. Bowling B. Putting a golf ball C. Batting in a softball game D. Shooting a basketball free throw
A
9. A first-grade teacher is having students march to the sound of a drumbeat. Which of the following instructions is most appropriate for teaching the movement concepts of spatial awareness and relationship awareness? A. Follow the person in front of you but keep a comfortable distance between you. B. Stomp your foot on the fourth beat of each measure, and turn to your right. C. March faster as the drumbeat gets faster but freeze when the drumbeat stops. D. Time your steps so your foot touches the ground at the same time as the drumbeat.
C
A curriculum scope tells the teacher, the principals, and parents: A. the time classes start and end C. where to find sporting goods C. what is going to be taught throughout the year(s) D. what is going to be on the tests
A
A good set induction does all of the following EXCEPT: A. help students practice the protocols of the lesson B. help students become interested in the lesson C. help students understand the purpose of the lesson D. encourage students to practice efficiently and eagerly
D
A lesson plan is based on: A. how a teacher feels that day B. what the students think is the most fun C. a game to keep the students busy, happy, and good D. what the teacher expects students can learn in a single class
D
A reason some teachers fail to develop a positive learning environment is because A. they don't spend enough time practicing the protocols B. they are not critically demanding C. their protocols are not clearly explained and demonstrated D. all of these
A
A reason some teachers fail to develop a positive learning environment is because: A. all of these B. they don't spend enough time practicing the protocols C. they are not critically demanding D. their protocols are not clearly explained and demonstrated
D
A student is most likely to be self-motivated and participate in lifelong activities when they a. participate in physical activities several times a week b. understand the effects of physical activity and non-activity c. know the rules and understand a wide variety of team sports d. have the knowledge and skills to lead a healthy lifestyle
B
A successful demonstration would include all of the following EXCEPT A. organizing students so that all can see and hear B. locating students so that they are facing into the sun C. showing the entire movement first D. verbally directing students' attention during the demonstration
E
A teacher should consider changing a task when A. the task is too easy for most of the students B. the task is too hard for most of the students C. the task is providing students with appropriate practice D. a, b, and c E. only a and b
D
According to the chapter, which of the following is the BEST reason to use lap running in physical education? A. to help students learn to do certain exercises correctly B. to help students warm up for the class lesson C. to help students improve their cardiorespiratory fitness D. to help students practice and learn to pace themselves
A
An effective strategy to help students learn the proper way to return equipment is to Selected Answer: A. have one or two students show the rest of the class Answers: B. throw equipment into the proper container C. ask one child at a time to return equipment D. let the whole class return equipment as quickly as possible
B
Another term for a protocol is a: A. stereotype B. routine C. lesson plan D. pedagogical skill
B
Children and adolescents should engage in muscle- and bone-strengthening activities at least a. four days per week b. three days per week c. two days per week d. one day per week
D
Getting students started in an activity at the very beginning of a lesson is called A. scaffolding B. set induction C. anticipatory set D. instant activity
B
Ideally, lesson closure should be A. about five to ten minutes long B. about two or three minutes long C. used to teach students lesson concepts before returning to class D. used to get students excited about returning to class E. used only if time permits
A
In a time analysis, time spent organizing into groups is an example of which category? A. management B. activity C. instruction D. waiting E. closure
C
In a time analysis, time spent watching a demonstration is an example of which category? A. management B. activity C. instruction D. waiting E. closure
C
In general when planning the grade-level outcomes of the national standards, it is suggested that A. primary-grade children need to be engaged in team sports B. high school students need to be taught how to throw and catch C. a sport like basketball is more appropriate for middle or high school classes D. experts cannot agree on a logical learning progression for students
C
In general when planning the grade-level outcomes of the national standards, it is suggested that: A. primary-grade children need to be engaged in team sports B. high school students need to be taught how to throw and catch C. a sport like basketball is more appropriate for middle or high school classes D. experts cannot agree on a logical learning progression for students
D
Pinpointing is an effective instructional technique because it A. puts a student on the spot B. uses a teacher demonstration to clarify information C. uses the whole class to demonstrate a point D. uses students to reinforce the correct way to perform a skill E. uses verbal comments to reinforce the correct way to perform a skill
D
Tasks are: A. designed to keep students busy throughout the lesson B. a logical progression of activities C. linked to the lesson objectives D. all of these E. both b and c
E
The best time to present a challenge is when students are: A. ready for a new skill B. first learning a new skill C. having trouble with technique D. having trouble understanding the task E. ready to try a self-test
A
The best way to establish protocols is to: A. take time to practice protocols with students B. post rules and expect students to follow them C. expect students to know how to behave just as they do in their classrooms D. explain procedures to students
D
The best way to make sure that you can view and monitor all students in a physical education class is to use which of the following technique(s)? A. back to the wall and feedback B. scanning one cue at a time C. visitor observation D. back to the wall and scanning
B
The most appropriate option to help students increase their success when shooting baskets? a. Allowing students to use a balloon instead of a basketball b. Lowering the height of the basketball goal c. Raising the height of the basketball goal d. Using a bouncy playground ball
A
The statement "Keep your chin tucked when rolling forward" is an example of: A. a cue B. informing students C. a challenge D. a new task
B
Throughout the book are references to S1, S2, S3, S4, or S5. These refer to: A. offensive and defensive plays B. the five national physical education standards C. five strategies for planning effective lessons D. technology tips throughout the book
D
When a teacher has students show the rest of the class how to do a movement skill, the technique is called A. a recognition check B. a verbal check C. a demonstration D. pinpointing
D
When coding during a time analysis, determining what category to record is based on A. all of the students B. one student at a time C. four randomly selected students D. 51 percent of the students E. the teacher's actions
C
When teaching a new skill for a particular sport, you should do which of the following first? a. Provide drills to lead up to the skill b. Have students practice the skill c. Introduce the skill d. Provide feedback to correct errors
C
When using the key observation questions as a guide, if many students in a class are not on task, the teacher should: A. provide help to individuals B. observe to see if students are safe C. stop and restate the task D. stop and change the task
C
Which correlates to positive gains in motor learning and achievement in physical education? a. Feedback that is linked to outcome rather than performance b. How often students are physically active and having fun c. How often students engage in activities with objectives d. Feedback that is nonverbal rather than verbal in nature
C
Which information is NOT provided by using graphs to analyze content development patterns? A. the type of tasks used during the lesson B. the number of tasks used during the lesson C. the quality of tasks used during the lesson D. the length of the lesson
C
Which of the following activities is considered an open skill? a. Bowling b. Putting a golf ball c. Batting in a softball game d. Shooting a basketball free throw
A
Which of the following benefits the rectus abdominis muscle while protecting the lower back? a. Bending the knees 90 degrees while doing half sit-ups b. Bending the knees 90 degrees while doing full sit-ups c. Keeping the knees straight while doing half sit-ups Keeping the knees straight while doing full sit-ups
D
Which of the following best defines the development of the content in physical education? A. maintaining a positive learning environment B. designing a curriculum that matches the students' needs C. the process of motivating students to learn D. the process of providing instructional tasks to help students learn
C
Which of the following is NOT a checking-for-understanding technique? A. recognition check B. verbal check C. pinpointing D. performance check
C
Which of the following is NOT a reason to focus on creating a positive learning environment? A. Establishing positive behaviors gives teachers confidence. B. Establishing positive behaviors is easier once a teacher is friendly with students. C. Establishing positive behaviors is easier at the beginning of the school year. D. Establishing positive behaviors is necessary for students to learn.
D
Which of the following is NOT a recommended technique for starting a physical education lesson? A. instant activity B. set induction C. communicating the purpose of the lesson D. warming up with calisthenics E. stimulating interest in the lesson objective
B
Which of the following statements about the goal of fun in a lesson is true? A. Fun is the sole purpose of physical education. B. Fun is a byproduct of an effective physical education program. C. Fun cannot be achieved in a physical education program. D. Fun and learning cannot both be achieved in the same lesson.
C
Which of the following statements is true about instant activities? A. They can't be related to the current lesson. B. They must be a review of some activity in the past. C. They can give teachers time to talk to students. D. They waste time that could be used for more important activities.
C.
Which of these factors is NOT a critical part of developing a curriculum scope? A. the length of the classes B. the number of days physical education is scheduled throughout the year. C. the teacher's favorite sport equipment and facilities D. overall school goals
D
Which sequence represents the appropriate priority for the following observation questions? 1 - Should the task be changed for the whole class? 2 - Are students working safely? 3 - Are students on task? 4 - For which individuals should the task be changed? A. 1-2-3-4 B. 1-3-2-4 C. 2-1-3-4 D. 2-3-1-4
B
Which statement is NOT true of cues? A. They are also called critical elements. B. They are teacher tips. C. They are designed to assist students to learn skills/strategies quickly and successfully. D. They align with the tasks that are part of the lesson design grid.
D
Why does a young student have greater control of their upper torso than their legs and feet? a. Component stages b. Proximodistal development c. Developmental biodynamics d. Cephalocaudal development
