Educational Pyschology Exam 4
Which one of the following instructional objectives is consistent with guidelines presented in the textbook? "Students will be shown how to execute an effective overhand throw." "Students will correctly conjugate regular French verbs in both present and past tenses." "Students will practice factoring polynomials for at least 30 minutes per day." "Students will study the effects of climate on agricultural and business development in developing nations."
"Students will correctly conjugate regular French verbs in both present and past tenses."
As a teacher, you want your students to learn basic concepts in chemistry well enough that they can use them when studying more advanced topics. Of the following choices, the best instructional approach to use for this purpose is: Hypermedia Direct instruction Inquiry learning Lecture
Direct instruction
Mr. French is planning an upcoming unit on adjectives and adverbs. He begins by determining what he ultimately wants students to know and be able to do at the end of the unit. He then creates an assignment that will effectively measure such knowledge and skills. Finally, he designs a series of lessons that will help students perform well on the assignment. Mr. French's approach can best be described as: A learner-directed instruction design. A taxonomy design. A backward design. An authentic activity design.
A backward design.
Which one of the following uses of a computer in instruction is most similar to an authentic activity? A computer-based instructional program that teaches the basics of first aid A computer game that promotes automaticity for basic math facts A computer simulation that allows students to conduct an experiment A computer-based instructional program that teaches advanced human anatomy
A computer simulation that allows students to conduct an experiment
Which one of the following are you least likely to see in direct instruction? Frequent teacher feedback A review of previously learned material Opportunities for students to practice a skill independently A heated discussion of controversial issues
A heated discussion of controversial issues
Ms. Mills holds up a picture of a dog and asks her first graders, "What letter does this word start with?" Most of the students yell out, "D!" "You're absolutely right," Ms. Mills responds, "the word dog begins with a D." This interaction can best be described as: A backward design An IRE cycle An authentic activity Learner-directed instruction
An IRE cycle
Ms. Mills holds up a picture of a dog and asks her first graders, "What letter does this word start with?" Most of the students yell out, "D!" "You're absolutely right," Ms. Mills responds, "the word dog begins with a D." This interaction can best be described as: Learner-directed instruction An IRE cycle An authentic activity A backward design
An IRE cycle
An instructional objective that requires students to identify the different parts of speech in a sentence is at which level in the revision of Bloom's taxonomy presented in the textbook? Create Remember Evaluate Analyze
Analyze
An instructional objective that requires students to identify the different parts of speech in a sentence is at which level in the revision of Bloom's taxonomy presented in the textbook? Evaluate Create Analyze Remember
Analyze
Which one of the following is the best illustration of the "analyze" cognitive process in the revision of Bloom's taxonomy presented in the textbook? Using a principle he learned in physics, Edgar develops a new tool to lift a heavy object. Georgette puts her textbook's definition of the word evasive in her own words. Jason lists the steps in the scientific method that he memorized (e.g., identify the problem, gather data). Angela discovers fallacies in her teacher's argument regarding the value of an agricultural economy in Africa.
Angela discovers fallacies in her teacher's argument regarding the value of an agricultural economy in Africa.
In three of the following situations, ignoring a student's misbehavior might be the best approach to take. In which situation would ignoring NOT be advisable? Anita has whispered a juicy (and apparently very amusing) piece of gossip to her friend, who in turn is passing it along to two others Cathy is usually very attentive in class, but today when the teacher asks her a question, it's clear that she hasn't been listening. Bill breaks a beaker by accident. He quickly cleans it up and says he is sorry. An entire class seems to be on a "sugar high" the day after Halloween.
Anita has whispered a juicy (and apparently very amusing) piece of gossip to her friend, who in turn is passing it along to two others
Which one of the following best illustrates differentiated instruction? Assigning different reading materials to different students, depending on each student's current reading skills Using at least three different instructional methods (e.g., a lecture, a cooperative learning activity, and computer-based instruction) in a single lesson Having students work in cooperative groups with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds Using competitive activities with boys but cooperative activities with girls
Assigning different reading materials to different students, depending on each student's current reading skills
Imagine that, as a teacher, you want your students to acquire better self-regulation skills. Which one of the following instructional strategies would best help you accomplish this goal? Mastery Learning Cooperative learning Direct instruction Lower-level teacher questions
Cooperative Learning
As a teacher, you want two students who have physical disabilities to develop closer friendships with their nondisabled classmates. Of the following choices, the best instructional approach to use for this purpose is: Cooperative learning Direct Instruction Mastery Learning Hypermedia
Cooperative learning
As a teacher, you want two students who have physical disabilities to develop closer friendships with their nondisabled classmates. Of the following choices, the best instructional approach to use for this purpose is: Cooperative learning Hypermedia Direct Instruction Mastery Learning
Cooperative learning
Imagine that, as a teacher, you want your students to acquire better self-regulation skills. Which one of the following instructional strategies would best help you accomplish this goal? Direct instruction Lower-level teacher questions Mastery Learning Cooperative learning
Cooperative learning
Mr. Smith is a popular Physics teacher. His lesson plans ask the students to watch a short video at home and then use a problem-based computer application where they apply the principles they learn to a virtual model where they can adjust various parameters and explore the effects. When the students return to class, they discuss their project and ask questions. Mr. Smith is using three of the following teaching strategies that enhance effective teaching. Which strategy is NOT being used in Mr. Smith's classroom? Computer-based Instruction Cooperative learning Quality Homework Assignments Authentic Learning
Cooperative learning
Which one of the following is the best example of an authentic activity? Putting definitions of new terms in your own words Listing four different kinds of sedimentary rocks Designing a bridge using principles of physics Discussing reasons why World War I occurred
Designing a bridge using principles of physics
When Ms. Krakowski teaches the process of long division, she describes the objective of the lesson and demonstrates the procedure on the board. Then she has students solve long-division problems at the chalkboard, where she can give them frequent guidance as they work. Later, after the students show some proficiency with long division, she has them work on additional problems at their desks. Ms. Krakowski's approach can best be classified as which of the following? Task analysis Student-directed instruction Direct instruction Promoting information literacy
Direct instruction
As a teacher, you want your students to get firsthand experiences with a particular topic. Which of the following instructional strategies would be best to accomplish this goal? Discovery learning Peer tutoring Mastery Learning Direct instruction
Discovery learning
Mr. Dearman prepares a class activity where students work in groups to solve a problem. He gives them paper cups, water, granular sugar and a sugar cube. The question is "which will dissolve faster in water? The granular sugar or the sugar cube?". Students make predictions, conduct the experiment, analyze results and report their findings. Which of the following instructional strategies BEST describes Mr. Dearman's activity? Discovery learning Direct instruction Expectancy-value theory Mastery Learning
Discovery learning
Mr. Dearman prepares a class activity where students work in groups to solve a problem. He gives them paper cups, water, granular sugar and a sugar cube. The question is "which will dissolve faster in water? The granular sugar or the sugar cube?". Students make predictions, conduct the experiment, analyze results and report their findings. Which of the following instructional strategies BEST describes Mr. Dearman's activity? Mastery Learning Expectancy-value theory Discovery learning Direct instruction
Discovery learning
Three of the following are typical elements of effective cooperative learning activities. Which one is NOT typical of such activities? Each group member works on a different instructional objective At the end of an activity, group members reflect on their effectiveness in working together Students are given guidelines about how to behave in their groups Group members depend on one another for their learning
Each group member works on a different instructional objective
Which one of the following statements best summarizes the textbook's discussion of planning, instruction, classroom environment, assessment, and student characteristics? Each of these variables influences the other four. Student characteristics affect planning, which affects instruction, classroom environment, and assessment. Planning precedes both instruction and classroom environment, which in turn affects both student characteristics and assessment. How student characteristics will be assessed affects planning, instruction, and the classroom environment.
Each of these variables influences the other four.
The four students described below are all studying classroom subject matter through computer-based instruction. Which one appears to be working with hypermedia? Sergio is playing a computer game in which he must solve multiplication problems in order to earn the "ammunition" he needs to kill invaders from outer space. Ron is using e-mail to exchange ideas with students across the country Tiffani is "dissecting" a computer-drawn "earthworm" on her computer screen by moving the computer mouse and clicking the mouse button to "cut" or "remove" various parts of the worm. Elisa reads some text about the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003 and then clicks on a button on the computer screen to view a photograph of Saddam Hussein.
Elisa reads some text about the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003 and then clicks on a button on the computer screen to view a photograph of Saddam Hussein.
In cooperative learning, you would be most likely to form all-male and all-female cooperative groups if your goal was to: Have students complete authentic activities Have students focus on lower-level questions Encourage all group members to participate actively Maximize differences among group members' ability levels.
Encourage all group members to participate actively
In cooperative learning, you would be most likely to form all-male and all-female cooperative groups if your goal was to: Have students focus on lower-level questions Have students complete authentic activities Encourage all group members to participate actively Maximize differences among group members' ability levels.
Encourage all group members to participate actively
The major advantage of using Bloom's taxonomy in developing objectives is that the taxonomy: Identifies an indisputable order in which objectives should be addressed in a lesson. Encourages educators to address complex cognitive processes as well as factual knowledge. Helps in the formulation of criteria for judging acceptable performance. Specifies the most appropriate instructional method for each type of objective.
Encourages educators to address complex cognitive processes as well as factual knowledge.
Researchers have found that certain factors are critical when information flows in a predominantly one-way manner from expert to student. These factors should be considered to enhance student's cognitive processes. Advanced organization is one such factor. Advanced organization provides 3 of the following benefits. Which one is NOT necessarily a benefit of advanced organization? Introduces the lesson Helps students make connections MOVE Establishes Pace
Establishes Pace
Mr. Quinn is teaching his 6th grade class about the Northern Expansion in the 1800's. For the lesson plan, he projected a map on the screen and traced the route with a pointer, he then asks questions of the students. He then shows authentic photographs of families in their covered wagons and has the students use masking tape to mark off the actual dimensions of the covered wagon. Mr. Quinn's lesson plan reflects which teaching method? Direct instruction Cooperative learning Expository Instruction Mastery Learning
Expository Instruction
After students analyze their data and write their results in science class, their teacher asks them to make sense of their data and results by writing a few paragraphs that discuss what their results mean. The teacher is asking students to demonstrate which type of understanding in the taxonomy found in Understanding by Design? Perspective Interpretation Application Self-Knowledge
Interpretation
Which one of the following is the best illustration of the "understand" cognitive process in the revision of Bloom's taxonomy presented in the textbook? Using a principle he learned in physics, Edgar develops a new tool to lift a heavy object. Jason lists the steps in the scientific method that he memorized (e.g., identify the problem, gather data). Angela discovers fallacies in her teacher's argument regarding the value of an agricultural economy in Africa. Georgette puts her textbook's definition of the word evasive in her own words.
Georgette puts her textbook's definition of the word evasive in her own words.
Six-year-old Santiago, who is Mexican American, seems to be a very bright boy. He began reading simple picture books when he was 4 years old, and he can solve many one-digit addition and subtraction problems in his head. Yet when the teacher asks the class to answer these types of math problems Santiago is tentative in providing his answers compared to the other students (who are mostly European Americans and African Americans) who shout them out to the teacher. With the textbook's discussion of cultural differences in verbal interaction in mind, identify the most likely explanation of Santiago's behavior? He is accustomed to his culture, which values tentativeness in expressing opinions. He is accustomed to speaking only in unison with other children. He has learned that to be polite he must wait at least a minute before responding. He has been taught that saying anything at all to adults is rude.
He is accustomed to his culture, which values tentativeness in expressing opinions.
Jonathan is learning to play the guitar. His guitar teacher conducts a task analysis of Jonathan's first lesson. Which one of the following best characterizes a behavioral task analysis of a guitar lesson? Define the task of guitar playing, memorize the finger placements, and retrieve prior knowledge of reading music. Hold the neck in the left hand, hold the pick between the right thumb and index finger, and place the fingers of the left hand on the appropriate frets. Learn what the treble and bass clefs are, where the frets are located, and how to play the various chords. Read and interpret written music, identify the appropriate chords, and mentally keep time.
Hold the neck in the left hand, hold the pick between the right thumb and index finger, and place the fingers of the left hand on the appropriate frets.
Direct instruction would be most appropriate for teaching students: How to swing a golf club. Rules for appropriate classroom behavior. Why NATO forces attacked Kosovo in 1999. How to recognize and interpret symbolism in poetry.
How to swing a golf club.
Mr. Nolen is going to teach a unit on Shakespeare to his English literature class. He realizes that his students will need to identify themes and main ideas, elaborate on what they read, and summarize the plot of each play. Which type of task analysis is Mr. Nolen conducting? Subject matter analysis Preliminary cognitive analysis Behavioral Analysis Information processing analysis
Information processing analysis
Mrs. Estes wants her students to learn numbers application. To do this, she uses math word problems rather then quick retrieval tools such as timed quizzes or drill and practice. She identifies the mental processes involved in successfully solving the word problems. She instructs the students to determine which mathematical function is required (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division, or some combination). She also considers specific cognitive strategies used in reading comprehension so that students can identify the main ideas and understand the word problem. Which of the following strategies is Mrs. Estes using? Subject matter analysis Behavioral Analysis Authentic Learning Information processing analysis
Information processing analysis
Which of the following is true about the Discovery teaching model? Inquiry based learning is considered to be one type of Discovery learning Discovery learning is best used in computer-based learning Retention is not as good as with Expository methods Discovery learning takes less time than Expository lessons
Inquiry based learning is considered to be one type of Discovery learning
Which one of the following statements best captures the textbook's view about the value of the Internet in classroom instruction? It has potential as a learning tool, but teachers should scaffold and monitor students' use of it Many computer experts suggest that its dangers (e.g., exposure to racism and other forms of intolerance) far outweigh the benefits it might have for children and adolescents. It appears to be far more effective than classroom lectures as a way to promote learning, especially at the secondary level. Its effects are minimal unless students each have access to their own computer terminal.
It has potential as a learning tool, but teachers should scaffold and monitor students' use of it
Which one of the following is considered to be the major advantage of conducting a task analysis for topics taught in the classroom? It helps teachers determine whether they are treating their male and female students equitably. It helps teachers determine the best way to motivate students to study a topic. It helps teachers determine how to teach various concepts and skills and in what order It ensures accreditation by regional and national accrediting agencies.
It helps teachers determine how to teach various concepts and skills and in what order
Virtually all effective teachers ask a lot of questions. Lower-level questions can be used for 3 of the following. Which one of the following is NOT a function of lower-level questioning? Increase Elaboration Identify Misconceptions Grab Attention Justify Concepts
Justify Concepts
Ms. Wertenberger has divided her class into groups to study the industrial revolution. Each group has a student who is to become an expert on a specific aspect of the problem. These students work with various resources and the assigned experts from other groups, and then return to their main group to teach what they've learned to their peers. What type of general teaching strategy is Ms. Wertenberger using? Teacher-directed instruction Learner-directed instruction Mastery Learning Direct instruction
Learner-directed instruction
Ms. Wertenberger has divided her class into groups to study the industrial revolution. Each group has a student who is to become an expert on a specific aspect of the problem. These students work with various resources and the assigned experts from other groups, and then return to their main group to teach what they've learned to their peers. What type of general teaching strategy is Ms. Wertenberger using? Direct instruction Teacher-directed instruction Mastery Learning Learner-directed instruction
Learner-directed instruction
In which one of the following situations would it be best to ignore a student's misbehavior? Jim keeps pulling Jackie's hair while she's trying to work at her desk. Mary asks a classmate to clarify an assignment and then returns to her work. Fritz and Irene are throwing paper airplanes across the room. Harriet gets up to sharpen her pencil at least once every 10 minutes.
Mary asks a classmate to clarify an assignment and then returns to her work.
Three of the following are potential disadvantages of cooperative learning. Which one has NOT been identified as a disadvantage? Students may learn incorrect information from other group members Students may be more interested in completing the task quickly than in helping one another learn Students do not always have the necessary skills to teach one another effectively Most of the work tends to fall on the shoulders of low-ability students
Most of the work tends to fall on the shoulders of low-ability students
Judging from the brief descriptions below, which one of these four teachers is using a mastery learning approach? Ms. Alfonso gives examinations in which different students are asked different questions, depending on individual students' needs and interests. Ms. Carroll uses the highest four of a student's six exam scores to determine course grades. Mr. Dickson insists that students pass each test at the 80% level before beginning the next unit. Mr. Bryant assigns term papers and oral reports rather than in-class examinations.
Mr. Dickson insists that students pass each test at the 80% level before beginning the next unit.
Only one of the teachers below is using a strategy consistent with general recommendations regarding the use of homework. Which one? Ms. Hewitt counts homework as being worth 50% of students' final grades. Mr. Trahan gives his students a challenging writing assignment and suggests that they ask their parents to help them with it at home. Mr. Reichel assigns 20 extra math problems after he learns that his class has misbehaved for a substitute teacher. Mr. Fox sometimes gives students an optional assignment—homework they can do if they want to.
Mr. Fox sometimes gives students an optional assignment—homework they can do if they want to.
Three of the teachers below are using strategies consistent with the textbook's suggestions for holding class discussions. Which teacher is using a strategy that is NOT consistent with the textbook's recommendations? Mr. Sheehan asks a student to think of a justification for a point of view opposite to what the student actually believes. Mr. Poston assures students that it's okay if they change their minds about an issue. Mr. Retzlaff divides his class into groups of four students each to discuss both sides of a controversial issue. Mr. Morris encourages shy students to remain silent throughout a discussion if they prefer to do so.
Mr. Morris encourages shy students to remain silent throughout a discussion if they prefer to do so.
One strategy for maintaining a productive classroom environment is to keep students productively engaged at all times. Three of the following practices reflect this strategy. Which one does NOT? Ms. Cunitz takes time out from her math lesson to help Sam with a difficult concept until he thoroughly understands it Ms. Aguilar makes sure that all the equipment students need for their science lab is ready for them before they arrive. Mr. Dunbar plans several simple activities for his students on their first day of kindergarten Mr. Barnard keeps his art lesson moving along at a steady pace
Ms. Cunitz takes time out from her math lesson to help Sam with a difficult concept until he thoroughly understands it
One of the history teachers below is violating a principle recommended for teacher-directed instruction. Which one? Ms. DeLuca talks quickly to cover the battles of World War II because the class time is about to end. Ms. Bartholomew begins her discussion of the American Civil War by drawing some parallels between it and something the class has already studied—the American Revolution. Mr. Annenberg explains to his students how the American Revolution was in some ways similar to conflicts children have about ownership and rights.
Ms. DeLuca talks quickly to cover the battles of World War II because the class time is about to end.
Which one of the following teachers is using the recommended approach to evaluating students' achievement in a cooperative learning situation? Ms. Donaldson gives students a quiz over the material that groups have studied; students get extra credit if everyone in their group scores high Mr. Baer's cooperative groups turn in a research paper co-authored by all group members Mr. Craighead's students meet with him in their cooperative groups to explain to him what they have learned during the session Ms. Au has students take notes on what they are learning throughout a cooperative learning session.
Ms. Donaldson gives students a quiz over the material that groups have studied; students get extra credit if everyone in their group scores high
Which one of the following teachers is using the recommended approach to evaluating students' achievement in a cooperative learning situation? Ms. Donaldson gives students a quiz over the material that groups have studied; students get extra credit if everyone in their group scores high Mr. Baer's cooperative groups turn in a research paper co-authored by all group members Ms. Au has students take notes on what they are learning throughout a cooperative learning session. Mr. Craighead's students meet with him in their cooperative groups to explain to him what they have learned during the session
Ms. Donaldson gives students a quiz over the material that groups have studied; students get extra credit if everyone in their group scores high
Which one of the following is the best example of an advance organizer? Ms. Nicholas writes on the board, "Tell your parents to begin thinking about a costume they can help you make to wear for our Thanksgiving pageant in three weeks." After describing the characteristics of each of the planets in the solar system, Mr. Jeffrey gives his students a handout that shows the orbits of the planets, their distances from the sun, and their relative sizes. Ms. Hillman tells her students, "As we look at causes of the American Revolution, we'll find that most fall into three general categories: philosophical differences, British taxation policies, and several decrees known as the 'Intolerable Acts.' " Ms. Lawford tells her students, "On Monday we will begin a unit on how clouds are formed. You should go out this weekend and look at clouds."
Ms. Hillman tells her students, "As we look at causes of the American Revolution, we'll find that most fall into three general categories: philosophical differences, British taxation policies, and several decrees known as the 'Intolerable Acts.' "
In which one of the following ways are students most likely to benefit from knowing the instructional objectives of a lesson? Objectives tell them what is expected of them and so can help them direct their efforts. Objectives give them a good idea of what their grades are going to be. Objectives enable them to predict how their teacher will teach the lesson, so they won't be caught by surprise if the lesson goes in an usual direction. Objectives let them know what questions are going to be on the next exam.
Objectives tell them what is expected of them and so can help them direct their efforts.
Three of the characteristics listed below are frequently found in computer-based instruction. Which characteristic are we least likely to see in CBI? Questions that ask students to recall what they already know about a topic Drill-and-practice exercises that promote automaticity Opportunities for group discussion of the material Strategies for catching and keeping students' attention
Opportunities for group discussion of the material
From the teacher's point of view, instructional goals and objectives are especially useful for: Planning appropriate instructional strategies. Explaining to parents why certain things are important for students to know. Preventing cheating. Fostering students' interest in the subject matter.
Planning appropriate instructional strategies.
Mr. Jones begins his lesson on the digestive tract with an analogy. He tells students that peristalsis (muscular contractions that push food through the digestive tract) is like the process of squeezing ketchup from a packet. Mr. Jones is using which of the following principles to enhance cognitive processes? Summarize and review Prior knowledge activation Advance organizer Pacing
Prior knowledge activation
Well-designed computer-based learning environments can be a beneficial tool for teachers to use. Three of the following are advantages of computer-based learning. Which one is NOT necessarily an advantage. Provide information about student progress and/or difficulties Provide a large degree of freedom Scaffold complex learning strategies Incorporate learning, cognitive and motivation theories
Provide a large degree of freedom
Which one of the following teaching strategies is the clearest example of how a teacher might scaffold complex cognitive processes in instruction? Make sure students have mastered the basic facts and skills taught in one unit before proceeding to the next unit. Provide considerable guidance on problem-solving tasks early in the school year and gradually remove this guidance as students become more proficient. Give students index cards with the words YES and No, and have them use the cards to "vote" on answers to questions presented during classroom lectures. Have students tutor younger children on subject matter they know very well.
Provide considerable guidance on problem-solving tasks early in the school year and gradually remove this guidance as students become more proficient.
Three of the following describe lower level questions. Which statement does NOT describe a lower level question? Is an opportunity to monitor one's comprehension Keeps the student's attention on the lesson in progress Requires the student to make inferences Reveals information about the student's prior knowledge
Requires the student to make inferences
Three of the following describe lower level questions. Which statement does NOT describe a lower level question? Requires the student to make inferences Is an opportunity to monitor one's comprehension Reveals information about the student's prior knowledge Keeps the student's attention on the lesson in progress
Requires the student to make inferences
Three of the following describe lower level questions. Which statement does NOT describe a lower level question? Keeps the student's attention on the lesson in progress Is an opportunity to monitor one's comprehension Reveals information about the student's prior knowledge Requires the student to make inferences
Requires the student to make inferences
Three of the following are accurate statements about the benefits of cooperative learning. Which statement is NOT accurate? Students are more likely to develop friendships with students of diverse ethnic backgrounds. Students model effective cognitive processes for one another. Students often show higher academic achievement in comparison to students instructed in more traditional ways. Students are more motivated and rarely get off task during cooperative learning activities.
Students are more motivated and rarely get off task during cooperative learning activities.
Three of the following statements describe the benefits of cooperative learning activities. Which statement is least likely to be true about cooperative learning activities? Students in a cooperative group can provide scaffolding for one another as they attempt challenging tasks. Students consistently get positive reinforcement for their responses. Students' self-efficacy may increase when they have their classmates' assistance. Students can model effective thinking skills for one another.
Students consistently get positive reinforcement for their responses.
Three of the following statements describe the benefits of cooperative learning activities. Which statement is least likely to be true about cooperative learning activities? Students' self-efficacy may increase when they have their classmates' assistance. Students consistently get positive reinforcement for their responses. Students in a cooperative group can provide scaffolding for one another as they attempt challenging tasks. Students can model effective thinking skills for one another.
Students consistently get positive reinforcement for their responses.
Which one of the following best illustrates expository instruction? Students in Ms. Verden's history class write the answers to a series of short questions and then share their responses with their classmates. Students in Mr. Richards's science class look at handouts and computer-screen projections that depict the life cycle of the butterfly. Students in Mr. Phillips's English class discuss the themes addressed in Hamlet. Students in Ms. Thaller's geometry class work at their desks trying to prove the side-angle-side theorem for triangles.
Students in Mr. Richards's science class look at handouts and computer-screen projections that depict the life cycle of the butterfly.
Which one of the following alternatives is the best example of service learning? - Students in a biology class collect samples of local pond water, evaluate them for bacteria content, and report their findings to the city health department. - Students in a fourth-grade class work in small cooperative groups to help one another make sense of challenging reading material - Struggling readers in a first-grade class spend three days a week with parent volunteers who provide one-on-one tutoring in basic reading skills - Student council members at a middle school coordinate a school wide garage sale to raise money for new athletic equipment for the school gymnasium
Students in a biology class collect samples of local pond water, evaluate them for bacteria content, and report their findings to the city health department.
Which one of the following best reflects what the textbook author means in the recommendation to use technology to enhance communication and collaboration? Two classes in distant locations use telephone lines and video technology to compare their experiences growing up in distinctively different cultures. Students create personal pages on Facebook in order to share their experiences and perspectives with "friends" from a variety of cultures. Students share their work on a computer database, give one another feedback, and build on one another's ideas. Students "meet" in Internet chat rooms during the evening hours to work on assigned homework tasks.
Students share their work on a computer database, give one another feedback, and build on one another's ideas.
Lesson and course goals and objectives should be stated clearly and use verbs which are observable and measurable. Which of the following goals is the best example of a lesson goal? Students should know about the different parts of a plant Students should understand photosynthesis Students will be able to explain the two stages of photosynthesis (light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle) Students should appreciate the elegance of the life cycle
Students will be able to explain the two stages of photosynthesis (light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle)
As an art teacher, Ms. Lerner conducts a task analysis of a unit in which students will learn to work with clay. In her analysis she considers information about the coil and throwing methods of pot making and about the effects of different types of clay and firing methods. Which type of task analysis is Ms. Lerner conducting? Behavioral Analysis Subject matter analysis Preliminary cognitive analysis Information processing analysis
Subject matter analysis
Mr. Jones is teaching the intricacies of the federal judicial system. He starts by identifying various aspects of the judicial system such as "innocent until proven guilty" and "reasonable doubt". Then he considers the different roles that the judge, jury and lawyers play as well as their interrelationships. Which type of task analysis is Mr. Jones performing? Understanding by design analysis Information processing analysis Subject matter analysis Behavioral Analysis
Subject matter analysis
Three of the following statements about peer tutoring are true. Which one is false? In some cases it leads to higher achievement than whole-class instruction. It provides a context in which students feel more at ease asking questions. It fosters friendships among students from diverse backgrounds. There are academic benefits for the students being tutored but not for the tutors.
There are academic benefits for the students being tutored but not for the tutors.
Three of the following are purposes that asking questions in class can serve. Which one is NOT a typical use of asking questions? To help students monitor their own comprehension of the material To determine whether students understand the material To promote students' elaboration of the material To decrease the extent to which students need to mentally process the material
To decrease the extent to which students need to mentally process the material
A higher-level question asks students to respond in which one of the following ways? To recall information learned several years ago To recall information from more advanced classes To engage in both positive and negative transfer To develop an answer students haven't specifically been taught
To develop an answer students haven't specifically been taught
During Mrs. Smoak's history class, she describes the major battles of the American Civil War, presents a map showing where each battle took place; and points out that some battles were fought in especially strategic locations. She is using which of the following principles to enhance cognitive processes? Use of a mnemonic Visual aids Connections to prior knowledge Advance organizer
Visual aids
As educators define the term, standards are general statements regarding: What knowledge and skills students should acquire. How classroom assessment should be conducted. Which instructional methods teachers should use. Why some topics should be included in the curriculum and others should not.
What knowledge and skills students should acquire
As educators define the term, standards are general statements regarding: What knowledge and skills students should acquire. How classroom assessment should be conducted. Why some topics should be included in the curriculum and others should not. Which instructional methods teachers should use.
What knowledge and skills students should acquire.
In which situation is a mastery learning approach to instruction most appropriate? When instructional objectives are at the upper levels of Bloom's taxonomy When instructional objectives primarily address attitudes and dispositions rather than cognitive processes When subject matter is abstract and complex When certain skills provide the foundation for future material
When certain skills provide the foundation for future material
In which situation is a mastery learning approach to instruction most appropriate? When instructional objectives are at the upper levels of Bloom's taxonomy When certain skills provide the foundation for future material When subject matter is abstract and complex When instructional objectives primarily address attitudes and dispositions rather than cognitive processes
When certain skills provide the foundation for future material
