As reformers realized that teachers are central in the process of improving schools, they began to look for ways to examine and improve the teaching force. Which of the following have been included in this examination?

1 . Teacher tenure
2 . The way teachers are evaluated and whether or not current evaluation systems identify excellent teachers the eliminate those who are not competent
3 . The teaching strategies teachers use in their classrooms
4 . The role of teacher professional organizations
5 . How good teachers should be rewarded

a. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 b. 1, 2, 4, 5 c. 3, 4, 5 d. 2, 3, 5


b

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? Suppose Trinity is given a dose of 300 milligrams of penicillin at 0800 hours. Complete this table showing the amount of penicillin that will remain active in Trinity’s body at intervals of one hour from 0800 until 1100 hours. ? Time 0800 0900 1000 1100 Penicillin (mg) 300 ? ? ? What will be an ideal response?

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In training students as peer tutors, it is important that students learn to:

a. maintain a strict, no-nonsense attitude with the "pupil." b. refrain from correcting the "pupil" to avoid embarrassment and hurt feelings. c. praise the "pupil" and explain and reinforce correct answers. d. discourage explanations and verbal reasoning not related to the objective of the session to avoid confusion.

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When a qualitative researcher treats the area of study as a complex system with interdependencies and dynamics rather than simple variables, he is:

a. Reducing phenomena to measures b. Taking a holistic perspective c. Conducting statistical analysis d. Interpreting standardized tests and measures

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What adaptations to the early primary classroom are needed to create an inclusive environment for children with visual impairments?

A. nonprint signs or symbols so children can read them clearly B. clear pathways for movement and lowered shelves so students can independently access them C. differential types of lighting and distinguishable landmarks so children can orient themselves D. separate learning spaces for visually impaired children so they can work alone

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