EDU FINAL 9-14

Question 8 (1 point) In terms of school achievement, working-class students as a group tend to ___________middle-class students. a. underperform b. outperform c. equal d. none of the above; this value is not measurable

A

1/1 Question 10 The __________ curriculum places an emphasis on moral and ethical development. a. values-centered b. core c. subject-centered d. student- centered

A

1/1 Question 14 In ________________, students are introduced to lesson content at home. a. a flipped classroom b. the back-to-basics approach c. subject-centered learning d. student-centered learning

A

1/1 Question 5 Critics of the student-centered curriculum maintain that a. important content is overlooked. b. students' self-esteem is not improved. c. competition exists within the classroom. d. teachers are not prepared to teach in that environment.

A

Question 1 (1 point) An individual who is prepared to function first as a young person and then as an adult is a socialized. b acculturated. c assimilated. d adjusted.

A

Question 1 (1 point) Socioeconomic status is used primarily to classify people by their a. social class. b. housing value. c. occupation. d. education.

A

Question 1 (1 point) Those who are opposed to the concept of government-supported religion would find support for this notion in the U.S. Constitution's a establishment clause. b equal protection clause. c free exercise clause. d Fourteenth Amendment.

A

Question 10 (1 point) Achievement of low-income minority students is likely to _____________ when students attend a middle-income nonminority school. a improve b show no change c decline d show little gains over a long period

A

Question 10 (1 point) ___________ helps explain why some students with low socioeconomic status refuse to conform to school expectations or to comply with their teacher's demands. a. Resistance theory b. Critical theory c. Social class d. Developmental theory

A

Question 11 (1 point) Schools interested in proposing a curriculum consistent with A Nation at Risk would probably offer a science. b contemporary issues in sex education. c remedial mathematics. d vocational education.

A

Question 11 (1 point) Studies indicate that active, independent learners are sometimes a rejected by teachers. b disruptive in the classroom. c seen by other students as class leaders. d used by teachers to lead various activities.

A

Question 14 (1 point) As a result of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, access to a student record is available to a the student's parents. b the police. c government agencies. d prospective employers.

A

Question 14 (1 point) Early research on mainstreaming and inclusion indicates that a there is no evidence that academic performance is consistently improved by these practices. b that higher performance occurs with time spent in self-contained classrooms. c that student self-esteem is negatively affected by these practices. d all of the above

A

Question 14 (1 point) The _______________________ are often the third or fourth generation to live in poverty and depend on public assistance. a. underclass b. middle class c. lower class d. upper class

A

Question 15 (1 point) On the basis of court rulings, a science teacher cannot teach creation-science and evolution-science together, because this approach would a advance a religious doctrine. b be inconsistent with the rest of the curriculum. c create community unrest. d confuse the learner.

A

Question 2 (1 point) Which of the following may contribute to the increase in suicide rates among children in the United States? a influence of mass media b increase in religious values c nuclear family d low standards in school

A

Question 3 (1 point) Research indicates that the achievement of rural students is hampered by a. poverty and inequality. b. the need for quality teachers. c. isolation and poor instructional materials. d. a lack of community support.

A

Question 5 (1 point) Behavioral objectives can be evaluated by measuring a the observable behavior of the student. b student performance on standardized achievement tests. c public opinion about educational issues. d graduation rates.

A

Question 5 (1 point) Horace Mann's work established that __________________. a. there should be equal opportunity education for everyone b. closing the economic gap was impossible c. social class was fixed for a lifetime d. the educational system was designed to better the wealthy

A

Question 5 (1 point) In school, overindulged children may a become frustrated easily. b perform beyond expectations. c exhibit a mature attitude. d exhibit increased interest in academic subjects.

A

Question 6 (1 point) Often, homeless children who attend school a have low academic achievement. b maintain good relations with other students. c become easily frustrated. d try to establish a close friendship with the teacher.

A

Question 16 (5 points) How does the use of language by parents at home affect the academic performance of their children at school?

Academic performance of children are different based upon their class and the language used at home. Lower socioeconomic- the child's socialization emphasis is on obedience and conforming. The child does not want to ask questions during a lesson because they have been taught this is disrespectful. Words are used to threaten the child by the parent. The parenting techniques do not help the child become successful in their school work but it does prepare them for a hostile environment. Many times the parents do not have the education or knowledge to help the child in school. The language is limited or restricted in the home which is then reflected in the school. Upper socioeconomic- children tend to have a more respectful and formal language. If the meaning is not understood, non verbal or elaborated language is helped to explain. The children carry this technique to school. Children are more independent. Children are able to be successful within the school system due to the high verbal control by the parents and the child uses that knowledge later on in life.

Question 17 (5 points) What arguments can be made for and against first-language maintenance as an approach to bilingual education?

Arguments can be made for and against first-language maintenance as an approach to bilingual education. For: 1. Among racial or ethnic minorities the person could keep an effective sense of self-identity. 2.It can assist in giving a better foundation for learning upper level skills like comprehending readings while students gain basic skills in English. 3. Majority of state and federal governments support and stand by it. 4. It helps students get into the regular classroom at a quick pace. 5. Needs very few native speakers as teachers. 6. More than one language is leaned by all the students, which raises the students competence in a large society. Against: 1. Needs many native speakers as teachers. 2. Groups become segregated from each other. 3. Could negatively encourage students from mastering English at a level high enough to function effectively in a big society. 4. Needs a large amount of trained staff. 5. Adequate materials for this is expensive.

Question 1 (1 point) Desegregation and integration are different in that only integration includes a development of community support. b development of positive interracial contact. c students of different races attending the same school. d students not being separated in racially isolated schools or classrooms.

B

Question 10 (1 point) According to much of the research on student roles, which of the following children is most likely to be perceived by teachers as a "model" student? a Angelina, an advanced student who is always looking for more things to do and learn b Joy, who quietly and efficiently does everything she's told to do c Van, who actively participates in all class discussions d Becky, a very expressive, creative student with a flair for drama

B

Question 10 (1 point) Court rulings indicate that before a student is suspended, the student should be a informed of the arrangements to be made about continuing schoolwork. b given notice of the suspension and provided a hearing. c provided with counseling. d allowed to consult a lawyer.

B

Question 10 (1 point) Educational policy reports in the mid-1980s emphasized a educational equality. b academic excellence. c the relevance of education to conditions in society. d the whole-child concept.

B

Question 12 (1 point) Educators who adopt the environmentalist position concerning the development of intelligence would probably support a. segregated schools. b. compensatory education. c. physical punishment. d. use of IQ tests in program placements.

B

Question 13 (1 point) As a result of legal mandates that students must learn in the least restrictive environment possible, most students with special needs are targeted for placement in a their home. b regular classrooms. c special schools or facilities. d self-contained classrooms.

B

Question 13 (1 point) The new working class is best identified as _________________. a. wealthy b. lower class c. middle class d. upper class

B

Question 13 (1 point) The ultimate authority for prohibiting corporal punishment rests with the a school board. b state. c teacher. d superintendent.

B

Question 14 (1 point) Young people who are deeply troubled and who may consider suicide a typically do not show warning signs. b may withdraw from friends and family. c represent a lower proportion of students than 60 years ago. d may surprisingly improve in their academic work.

B

Question 14 (1 point) _________________detailed policies and procedures for including children with disabilities in a regular classroom. a LEP b The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act c Leave No Child Behind d Lau v. Nichols

B

Question 15 (1 point) According to Coleman, the most logical way to improve the education of disadvantaged students is to a. train teachers to deal with the multicultural differences among students. b. integrate schools and classrooms on a social-class basis. c. reduce class size. d. increase school funding.

B

Question 15 (1 point) In the past decade, nearly ________children have been killed in or around schools due to violent behavior. a 400 b 200 c 50 d 100

B

Question 15 (1 point) _____________ required the use of separate public facilities and services for African Americans. a The 13th Amendment b Jim Crow laws c The Civil Rights Act d The Rosa Parks law

B

Question 2 (1 point) Citizens are guaranteed the right of free speech and expression in the U.S. Constitution's a establishment clause. b free exercise clause. c Fourteenth Amendment. d equal protection clause.

B

Question 3 (1 point) Goals are sometimes called a ultimate objectives. b statements of intent/ "ends" c behavioral objectives. d performance statements.

B

Question 4 (1 point) When questions arise about whether a teacher's right to free expression is protected, a major concern is whether the behavior in question a is permitted in the teacher's contract. b negatively affects the school's operation. c is allowed by school board policy. d limits academic freedom.

B

Question 8 (1 point) The 1960s brought increased attention to a average students. b disadvantaged students. c gifted students. d special-education students.

B

Question 9 (1 point) A "high stakes" test is one where the results a are not linked to the district's or the state's educational standards. b are used to help make decisions about promotion and/or graduation. c count for more points than other tests in the semester. d have little relationship to accountability systems.

B

0/1 Question 8 Curriculum is usually developed at the a. federal level. b. school level. c. state level. d. district level.

C

1/1 Question 13 A key requirement of differentiated instruction is that the curriculum emphasizes a. specific outcomes. b. accumulating facts. c. constructing understanding. d. rapid changes in knowledge.

C

1/1 Question 2 The back-to-basics curriculum has been criticized because it a. overemphasizes English content. b. helps prepare students to pass statewide exit tests. c. suppresses the students' creativity. d. requires too many basic content courses.

C

1/1 Question 3 The new core curriculum may create problems for a. gifted students. b. college-bound students. c. students with low school ability. d. average-ability students.

C

1/1 Question 4 Supporters of the student-centered curriculum maintain that when the needs and interests of learners are incorporated into the curriculum, a. academic achievement improves. b. the curriculum is more logically organized. c. students are intrinsically motivated to learn. d. parental support increases.

C

1/1 Question 6 Stronger school-community ties intended to prepare students for problem-solving and active participation would be part of the a. back-to-basics curriculum. b. essentialist curriculum. c. activity-centered curriculum. d. humanistic curriculum.

C

1/1 Question 7 The ultimate goal of curriculum is to develop learners willing to ______________________. a. participate in the back-to-basics movement b. complete a high school education c. participate in a democratic society d. engage in a student-centered approach

C

1/1 Question 9 _______________ is best known as an early leader in the movement for an activity-centered curriculum. a. John Dewey b. Jean Rousseau c. William Kilpatrick d. Ernest Boyer

C

Question 1 (1 point) The primary goal that "All children in America will start school ready to learn" was established by a the No Child Left Behind Act. b the Action of Excellence Report. c the National Education Goals Panel Report. d Lau v. Nichols.

C

Question 11 (1 point) Before school officials can search a student, there must be a a search warrant. b parental permission. c reasonable cause. d probable cause.

C

Question 11 (1 point) The movement toward cultural pluralism in this country reflects the need to a find the proper mix of all cultures that creates what we call American culture. b determine the most constructive way to bring minority ethnic groups into mainstream American culture. c recognize the diversity present in American society, as well as the problems and advantages that are associated with that diversity. d recognize the rights of different ethnic groups to exist in segregated fashion.

C

Question 11 (1 point) The variables used to identify social class include a. housing value and occupation. b. income. c. education, housing price, occupation and income. d. occupation.

C

Question 12 (1 point) Studies show that television can have a positive effect on a creative thinking. b development of values. c socialization. d all of the above.

C

Question 12 (1 point) When identifying and enforcing standards of conduct, teachers have a broad authority as interpreted by the state department of education. b narrow authority as directed by the superintendent. c broad authority as interpreted by the courts. d narrow authority as directed by the school board.

C

Question 13 (1 point) Behavioral or performance objectives often focus on _____________. a national goals b broad goals c content or a specific skill d the state framework

C

Question 15 (1 point) A new focus on outcomes that measured academic results in a child's education led to __________. a IDEA b states standards and assessment c outcomes-based education d benchmarks

C

Question 4 (1 point) Goals serve as a guide for developing a intermediate objectives. b aims. c specific objectives. d ultimate objectives.

C

Question 4 (1 point) Hurried child syndrome may result when parents of young children overemphasize a socialization. b physical development. c formal instruction. d instructional games.

C

Question 5 (1 point) In general, research on the impact of desegregation shows that a desegregation has had no positive effect on the academic performance of minorities and has not improved relationships among ethnic groups. b desegregation has had a negative impact on both the academic achievement of minorities and the relationships among ethnic groups. c where schools have been successfully desegregated and integrated, there is some evidence of both increased academic achievement of minority groups and better relationships among ethnic groups. d desegregation has had a positive impact on the academic achievement of minorities but a negative impact on relationships among ethnic groups.

C

Question 5 (1 point) When signs of child abuse are recognized by a teacher, a most states discourage the reporting of child abuse because it so prevalent. b since there are few policies established by school districts, teachers must make their own decision about reporting the abuse. c the teacher is required to report the abuse to the proper authorities. d as an employee in an educational institution, the teacher should leave such matters to other social agencies.

C

Question 6 (1 point) Teachers need to be familiar with the legal principle of fair use when a identifying student helpers in the classroom. b letting children take turns using classroom materials. c photocopying materials for classroom use. d selecting textbooks to be used in the classroom.

C

Question 6 (1 point) The whole-child concept emphasizes a the development of curricular materials on values and moral standards. b the principles of psychology related to the mental discipline theory. c the growth and development of the entire child. d the use of a core curriculum of selected subjects.

C

Question 7 (1 point) Up until about 1960, subcultures in the United States were expected to a maintain their subculture characteristics. b remain relatively segregated from society. c be assimilated into the national mainstream. d preserve their native language.

C

Question 8 (1 point) Teachers can help improve or increase students' aspirations by encouraging them to participate in a home-study groups. b computer classes. c extracurricular activities. d community projects.

C

Question 9 (1 point) Bilingual education provides students who are not proficient in English with instruction in a an additional foreign language. b an English-language environment. c their native language. d none of the above

C

Question 9 (1 point) Court rulings indicate that when they are establishing dress codes for students, schools should a appoint a parent-teacher advisory group. b avoid any restrictions on student dress. c determine the educational purposes for any such restrictions. d select a student advisory committee to determine the dress code.

C

Question 9 (1 point) In terms of the socioeconomic levels children will achieve as adults, children raised in poverty tend to ______________________. a. fall below the levels of their parents b. rise above the levels of their parents c. freeze in the same levels as their parents

C

Question 3 (1 point) In cases involving teachers' freedom of expression, courts have considered a guidelines in the teacher association manual. b only the behavior itself. c the behavior and the results. d only the results of the behavior.

C ?

1/1 Question 11 Character education recognizes which of the following social problems as a justification of its purpose in schools? a. corporate greed b. drug use c. corrupt politicians d. all of the above

D

1/1 Question 12 Captain Underpants and The Bluest Eye are examples of ________. a. technology enhanced learning b. recently approved works to be used in a school c. an updated required reading list for high school students d. recently objectionable works to be used in a school

D

1/1 Question 15 An example of subtle censorship of curriculum includes a. topics omitted from textbooks. b. the use of pictures in a textbook. c. professional organizations' recommendations. d. all of the above.

D

Question 1 High-school study of English, mathematics, the sciences, history, foreign languages, and geography is central to the a. humanistic curriculum. b. student-centered curriculum. c. activity-centered curriculum. d. essentialist curriculum.

D

Question 12 (1 point) A majority of children with disabilities receive most or all of their education in a self-contained classrooms. b their homes. c special schools or facilities. d regular classrooms.

D

Question 12 (1 point) Objectives are usually prepared at the __________ level. a subject/grade b unit plan c lesson plan d all of the above

D

Question 13 (1 point) Because teachers reward passive behavior, elementary-school boys often a develop critical-thinking skills. b excel in language arts. c express leadership abilities. d exhibit high rates of alienation.

D

Question 2 (1 point) Concentrated poverty schools are located in a. rural areas. b. medium-size cities. c. suburban areas. d. big cities.

D

Question 2 (1 point) In Brown v. Board of Education, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a de facto segregation was unconstitutional. b equal expenditures should be made for both black and white schools. c desegregation should begin immediately in all U.S. school districts. d segregation violated the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.

D

Question 2 (1 point) School district goals should be based on input from a professional educators only. b parents only. c citizens only. d all of the above

D

Question 3 (1 point) During the civil rights movement, many people found the need to improve educational opportunities for __________________. a disadvantaged students b students with disabilities c the wealthy d A and B

D

Question 3 (1 point) Which social institution has been identified as having become less influential as a socializing force over the past several decades? a family b peer groups c mass media d church

D

Question 4 (1 point) The students most likely to attend college are those with a. high achievement from middle-income families. b. moderate achievement from upper-income families. c. moderate achievement from middle-income families. d. high achievement from upper-income families.

D

Question 4 (1 point) Which of the following desegregation plans represents the most voluntary approach on the part of parents to move children to another school? a school pairing b alteration of school district lines c busing d magnet schools

D

Question 6 (1 point) Compensatory school programs target a minority students. b gifted students. c female students. d low-income students.

D

Question 6 (1 point) People who have common ancestry and generally are similar in language, religion, and other cultural patterns belong to the same a. socioeconomic group. b. race. c. lineage. d. ethnic group.

D

Question 7 (1 point) A nuclear family can be described as one that a is held together by strong family values. b lives near the children's school. c lives in the center of a city. d includes two parents living with their children.

D

Question 7 (1 point) Organized and mandated prayer and Bible readings are ________________. a allowed in a public school after hours only b allowed in a public school c allowed with prior approval d not allowed in a public school

D

Question 7 (1 point) People who have common ancestry and physical characteristics are members of the same a. ethnicity. b. socioeconomic group. c. ethnic group. d. race.

D

Question 7 (1 point) The major effect of the Soviet satellite Sputnik on American education was a the start of teacher competency testing. b renewed emphasis on progressive education. c a revised emphasis on the humanities. d a return to academic essentials.

D

Question 8 (1 point) Research on teaching in "African-American English" or other dialects has shown that a students who do not speak a dialect resist the programs. b students will gain academically if initially taught in their own dialect. c parents do not support the programs. d findings about the benefits of such programs are inconclusive.

D

Question 8 (1 point) The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that expression of unpopular views by students is a allowed only in the context of the subject area being discussed. b allowed only outside the classroom. c prohibited under all circumstances. d allowed if it is not disruptive.

D

Question 9 (1 point) When dealing with bullies, a school might best a include more manipulative instructional activities. b organize more physical activities. c apply corporal punishment. d apply behavioral contracts.

D

Question 17 (5 points) Why might the difference between teacher and student backgrounds create a problem in classrooms with working-class students?

Frustration breeds discouragement and then behavior problems. The teacher has a hard time setting up a positive learning environment and many times will give up. Some teachers may have a low expectation of the students and believe they cannot learn due to their different socioeconomic classes. White teachers working with different ethnicity and cultures and dialects and languages are obstacles with communication in the classroom. Low socioeconomic schools have a high turn over rate with their teachers. They are inadequately trained to work with this class of students and their behavior problems and learning styles.

Question 17 (5 points) Identify ways in which boys and girls are disadvantaged by sex-role stereotypes that might be promoted in schools. There are ways in which boys and girls are disadvantaged by sex-role stereotypes that might be promoted in schools.

Girls 1. One sex-role stereotype for girls is that they should be prepared for the role of a wife and homemaker. The disadvantage is that women were not taught or encouraged to take on higher level jobs like medicine, law or high- paying technical occupations. Girls were not included in educational opportunities as a result form this stereotype. 2. Girls are expected to be cooperative and docile is another sex-role stereotype that might be promoted in schools. A big disadvantage to this is that girls do not get the opportunity to be a leader or develop leadership skills and the girls that do are seen as going against the social norms. Boys 1. The sex-role stereotypes that might be promoted in schools that boys encounter effects their assertiveness and leadership ability. One stereotype is that boys are supposed to be outspoken and leaders of the group. If a male student is not they are seen as weak or not up to the standards of a true man which is a big disadvantage. 2. In high school boys have a stereotypical role of being involved with athletics. The emphasis that is put on athletics means that boys should be leaders, strong and competitive. A disadvantage to this is that if you are not this way you are seen as less or weak. 3. Historically, boys were the ones who obtained high academic occupations such as lawyers and doctors. That way of living has become a normal stereotype in that boys must be smart and achieve high academic grades to obtain those high roles and make money. A disadvantage to this is if you did not reach that stereotypical standard you were considered less of a person. Also if you chose a career or path that is not an occupation of high respect you are seen as not as smart.

Question 16 (5 points) How can teachers adjust their behavior or select instructional activities in an effort to recognize the importance of the peer group?

Peer groups are very important because they make impacting socializing effects on people and give many learning experiences. There are a few ways teachers can adjust their behavior or select instructional activities in an effort to recognize the importance of the peer group. 1. An educator conduct activities that push, influence and encourage students to learn with other students in a group setting and encourage older children to pair up with younger ones. 2. The teacher can have a positive behavior while advocating and supporting the children to interact with their classmates. If a teacher is positive about peer groups students will be more positive and open to peer groups. 3. Teachers instructional activities should include teaching small- group skills, social skills and interpersonal skills and how to take responsibility for the group as a whole, this way the students get the most out of a peer group and see why it is so important.

Question 16 (5 points) Give an example of an influence on the identification of educational goals, and then identify the consequence of that influence in the schools.

The National Education Goals(1990,1994.1997) Goals 2000: Educate America Act, is an example of an influence on the identification of educational goals. There are many consequences from this that influence the schools across the United States. 1. As a whole, not all of the nation met the national goals by the year 2000, but many had made progress. 2. Early childhood education opportunities improved and the use of student data in instructional decision making. 3. This influenced 49 states by the year 2000 to make their own content standards.

Question 17 (5 points) Describe the function of a school improvement plan.

The function of a school improvement plan is a process of developing goals for a school district or an individual school that gives citizens, parents and students an opportunity to give meaningful input. When citizens work with professional educators who are knowledgeable about child development and the learning process, together they can provide valued knowledge and perspective in helping to decide the goals and direction of the school. The school improvement plan helps create conversation about the future of the school, put plans in action and make progress in accomplishing goals.

Question 17 (5 points) What general guidelines should school officials follow when conducting searches of students?

There are 7 general guidelines that school officials should follow when conducting searches of students. 1. There must be a reasonable suspicion for each of the students being searched. You must have a reason to suspect the students have contraband or evidence from a specific crime. 2. school lockers are considered a part of school property and are able to be searched if you have reasonable cause. 3. You can use dogs to sniff cars, lockers and students on campus if the dog does not make physical contact with the student. 4. Strip searches of students is unconstitutional and should not be done. The exception is if available evidence directly shows a large threat to the safety of students. 5. if school officials have a reasonable suspicion that a student has a dangerous weapon at school a pat-down search for the weapon may be performed. 6. On field trips school officials can do searches but the guidelines still apply. 7. The judgement of school officials are guarded by government immunity if the search is not knowingly illegal.

Question 16 (5 points) What limitations on students' freedom of expression exist?

There are a few limitations on students' freedom of expression. 1. If it disrupts classwork or includes disarray of any kind or it invades other's rights. 2. Students are limited in their speech in that it cannot be offensive or disruptive. 3. Students speech cannot interfere with school activities. 4. If the written speech is ungrammatical, biased, vulgar, inappropriate for younger audiences, then it cannot be published. 5. In addition, obscene or libelous information cannot be published.

Question 16 (5 points) In what ways did white citizens delay implementation of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Topeka Board of Education?

There were ways white citizens delayed implementation of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Topeka Board of Education. These include: delaying assignments to the African American to white schools, opening private schools paid for with public funds, gerrymandering was used to increase segregation for school boundary lines, suspended attendance laws, closing schools that were desegregated.