Secondary PLT 7B

1.

2 points

Which of the following instructional strategies is a teacher LEAST likely to use to help students memorize and recall information?

Mind mapping.

Demonstrations.

Pair/share.

Time reading.

2.

2 points

The aspect of learning which focuses on learning collaborate with others and respect differences is known as which of the following?

Social learning.

Social negotiation.

Social perspective taking.

Social interaction.

3.

2 points

A teacher is creating a portfolio of their 7th grade class’s work. Which of the following should be included in the portfolio?

Student journals.

Peer assessments.

Reflective writing samples.

All of the above.

4.

2 points

Four student’s test scores are 20, 30, 15 and 35. What is the mean scores of these test scores?

50

25

100

15

5.

2 points

All of the following instructional strategies associated with independent instruction EXCEPT for:

Research projects

Computer-based learning.

Experiments.

Learning centers.

6.

2 points

Which of the following is an observable and measurable instructional objective in the cognitive domain?

Students will solve 10 math problems.

Students will build a functioning windmill that turns at least 3 times.

Students will provide positive feedback to students in their group to cause a positive behavior change in at least 3 ways.

Students will solve 10 long division problems with 80% accuracy.

7.

2 points

Which of the following is NOT A COMMON type of evaluation?

Norm-referenced evaluations.

Summative evaluations.

Case-related evaluations.

Formative evaluations.

8.

2 points

What not-for-profit, professional and educational organization is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession?

The American Counselors Academy.

The Association of Counseling in America.

The Association of Counselors in America.

The American Counseling Association.

9.

2 points

A method of instruction that allows the teacher to create instruction, activities, and assessments that are appropriate for a student's abilities is known as which of the following?

Anchored instruction.

Customized instruction.

Accommodated instruction.

Differentiated instruction.

10.

2 points

Learning that produces an increased ability to perform complex movements through repeated practice is known as which of the following?

Concept learning.

Verbal learning.

Sensory learning.

Motor learning.

11.

2 points

Which of the following activities could be considered a part of thematic instruction?

A teacher assigns an essay after a movie.

A teacher uses food to demonstrate fractions.

A teacher uses a video to show the progression of the Grand Canyon.

A teacher uses puppets to illustrate a story.

12.

2 points

What is the relationship called when variables do NOT have a relationship between the high/low levels of one variable and the high/low levels of another variable?

Positive correlation.

Dependent variables.

Uncorrelated relationship.

Negative correlation.

13.

2 points

Piaget's formal operational stage is characterized by which of the following?

The ability to think hypothetically and use deductive reasoning.

An inability to consider multiple aspects of a problem.

The need to solve problems through trial and error.

Language acquisition.

14.

2 points

Bandura' theories are which type of education-related theory?

Social context theory.

Curriculum design theory.

Behavioral theory.

Cognitive development theory.

15.

2 points

Which instructional style BEST reflects self-determination?

Cooperative learning.

Self-directed learning.

Differentiated learning.

Didactic learning.

16.

2 points

The form of research that uses surveys, interviews, and observations to define behaviors and gather information is called:

Single-case experiments.

Action research.

Randomized field experiments.

Descriptive research.

17.

2 points

Which of the following is not a type of assessment used by teachers?

Formative assessment.

Diagnostic assessment.

Primitive assessment.

Summative assessment.

18.

2 points

What national organization members are teachers of science and science related fields?

National Teachers of Science Education.

National Science Teachers Organization.

National Science Teachers Association.

National Science Teachers of America.

19.

2 points

A feeling of mental discomfort that arises when presented with information that contradicts existing knowledge or beliefs is known as which of the following?

Cognitive apprenticeship.

Cognitive dissonance.

Mindblindness.

Cognitive disequilibrium.

20.

2 points

Which of the following is true, according to Vygotsky?

The ability for language is hardwired.

Social interaction precedes development.

Development precedes social interaction

Children learn through reinforcement.

21.

2 points

Which of the following is an example of a criterion-referenced test?

The SAT.

The ACT.

A performance review.

A lawyer’s bar exam.

22.

2 points

What is the term describing when two or more professional colleagues work together to improve or enhance teaching with one colleague providing constructive input, guidance, and evaluation?

Self-evaluation.

Peer coaching.

An internship.

An incident analysis.

23.

2 points

Which entity is responsible for licensing teachers?

School districts.

State and national agencies.

Local schools.

Colleges and universities.

24.

2 points

The MOST effective use of independent activities is with which strategy?

Interviews.

Experiments.

Brainstorming.

Distance learning.

25.

2 points

Paul is an 11th grade student who severely disabled his leg playing sports. Paul now has a health professional accompanying him for part of the day to help him recover and improve his everyday living skills. Which support personnel specifically treats disabilities by working with patients to perform everyday activities?

Occupational therapists.

Registered nurses.

Nurse assistants.

Speech pathologists.